2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 1968 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 2003 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 465 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1968 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, 2003 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ascari KZ1 | 1968 Daihatsu Compagno | |
| Make | Ascari | Daihatsu |
| Model | KZ1 | Compagno |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 797 cc |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2230 mm |
