1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1969 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 785 kg more than 1969 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 1969 Daihatsu Compagno | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Corvette | Compagno |
Year Released | 1993 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 797 cc |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2230 mm |