1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 1966 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1966 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1265 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, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | 62 | Compagno |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 797 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2230 mm |
