1958 Abarth 600 vs. 1966 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1966 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 797 cc, 1966 Daihatsu Compagno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 600 (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 600 should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Daihatsu Compagno weights approximately 180 kg more than 1958 Abarth 600.
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, 1966 Daihatsu Compagno (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Daihatsu Compagno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 600 | 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | |
Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
Model | 600 | Compagno |
Year Released | 1958 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 797 cc |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2230 mm |