1998 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1967 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 300 kg more than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Daihatsu Compagno is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Prizm, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Prizm | 1967 Daihatsu Compagno | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Prizm | Compagno |
Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 797 cc |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2230 mm |