1963 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1962 Fiat 1300

To start off, 1963 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat 1300 (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat 1300 should accelerate faster than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 195 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, 1962 Fiat 1300 (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Daihatsu Compagno 1962 Fiat 1300
Make Daihatsu Fiat
Model Compagno 1300
Year Released 1963 1962
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 797 cc 1295 cc
Horse Power 35 HP 64 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 93 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 765 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 3810 mm 4040 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2430 mm