1963 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1958 MG Magnett
To start off, 1963 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG Magnett would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 MG Magnett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 MG Magnett (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 MG Magnett should accelerate faster than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 MG Magnett weights approximately 335 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, 1958 MG Magnett (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 MG Magnett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Daihatsu Compagno | 1958 MG Magnett | |
Make | Daihatsu | MG |
Model | Compagno | Magnett |
Year Released | 1963 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1489 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2600 mm |