1999 Chevrolet Express vs. 1966 Daihatsu Compagno

To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Express is newer by 33 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1521 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, 1999 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. 1999 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1966 Daihatsu Compagno has manual transmission. 1966 Daihatsu Compagno will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Chevrolet Express 1966 Daihatsu Compagno
Make Chevrolet Daihatsu
Model Express Compagno
Year Released 1999 1966
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4293 cc 797 cc
Horse Power 197 HP 35 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 338 Nm 66 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2334 kg 813 kg
Vehicle Length 5560 mm 3880 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1450 mm
Vehicle Height 2030 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2290 mm


 

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