1992 Acura NSX vs. 1965 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1992 Acura NSX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Acura NSX weights approximately 605 kg more than 1965 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, 1992 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Acura NSX | 1965 Daihatsu Compagno | |
Make | Acura | Daihatsu |
Model | NSX | Compagno |
Year Released | 1992 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 797 cc |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2230 mm |