1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1965 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1965 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin A 55 (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin A 55 should accelerate faster than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 55 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1965 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, 1955 Austin A 55 (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 55 | 1965 Daihatsu Compagno | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 55 | Compagno |
Year Released | 1955 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 797 cc |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2230 mm |