1958 Abarth 750 vs. 1965 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1965 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 797 cc, 1965 Daihatsu Compagno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 750 (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Daihatsu Compagno weights approximately 255 kg more than 1958 Abarth 750.
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, 1965 Daihatsu Compagno (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Daihatsu Compagno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 750 | 1965 Daihatsu Compagno | |
Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
Model | 750 | Compagno |
Year Released | 1958 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 797 cc |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2230 mm |