1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 1969 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1969 Volkswagen 1600 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Daimler Conquest (100 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Daimler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 419 kg more than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. 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, 1954 Daimler Conquest (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1954 Daimler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daimler Conquest | 1969 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Daimler | Volkswagen |
Model | Conquest | 1600 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2433 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 176 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 7.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |