1963 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1963 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 797 cc, 1963 Daihatsu Compagno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Daihatsu Compagno (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Daihatsu Compagno should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Daihatsu Compagno weights approximately 285 kg more than 1959 Steyr 500D. 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, 1963 Daihatsu Compagno (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Daihatsu Compagno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Daihatsu Compagno | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Daihatsu | Steyr |
Model | Compagno | 500D |
Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 488 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 1850 mm |