2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1966 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 40 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 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 465 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 288 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 578 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Corvette | Compagno |
Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6996 cc | 797 cc |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 644 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2230 mm |