1963 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1302

To start off, 1967 Volkswagen 1302 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 1,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volkswagen 1302 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Volkswagen 1302 (38 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Volkswagen 1302 should accelerate faster than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volkswagen 1302 weights approximately 55 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, 1967 Volkswagen 1302 (87 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Volkswagen 1302 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Daihatsu Compagno 1967 Volkswagen 1302
Make Daihatsu Volkswagen
Model Compagno 1302
Year Released 1963 1967
Engine Size 797 cc 1285 cc
Horse Power 35 HP 38 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 87 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 765 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 3810 mm 4070 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2410 mm


 

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