1991 Alpine V6 vs. 1966 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1991 Alpine V6 is newer by 25 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpine V6 weights approximately 397 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, 1991 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine V6 | 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | |
| Make | Alpine | Daihatsu |
| Model | V6 | Compagno |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 797 cc |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2290 mm |
