1963 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1957 MG MGA
To start off, 1963 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 MG MGA (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 MG MGA weights approximately 135 kg more than 1963 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, 1957 MG MGA (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Daihatsu Compagno | 1957 MG MGA | |
| Make | Daihatsu | MG |
| Model | Compagno | MGA |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 1797 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2390 mm |
