1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1966 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (200 HP) has 165 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 689 kg more than 1966 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 Corvette (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Corvette | Compagno |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 797 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 35 HP |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2230 mm |
