1963 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1959 Holden FC

To start off, 1963 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FC would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Holden FC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Holden FC (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Holden FC should accelerate faster than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Holden FC weights approximately 219 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, 1959 Holden FC (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Holden FC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Daihatsu Compagno 1959 Holden FC
Make Daihatsu Holden
Model Compagno FC
Year Released 1963 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 797 cc 2166 cc
Horse Power 35 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 1400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 765 kg 984 kg
Vehicle Length 3810 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2670 mm


 

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