2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 1970 Daihatsu Compagno

To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 830 kg more than 1970 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 Cadillac CTS (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno.

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2003 Cadillac CTS 1970 Daihatsu Compagno
Make Cadillac Daihatsu
Model CTS Compagno
Year Released 2003 1970
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2597 cc 797 cc
Horse Power 179 HP 35 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 66 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1620 kg 790 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 3800 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1450 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2230 mm