1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1963 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 957 kg more than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Caprice | 1963 Daihatsu Compagno | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Caprice | Compagno |
Year Released | 1982 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 797 cc |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2230 mm |