1963 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1972 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1972 Volkswagen 1302 is newer by 9 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 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen 1302 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Daihatsu Compagno (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Daihatsu Compagno should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Daihatsu Compagno weights approximately 9 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen 1302. 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, 1972 Volkswagen 1302 (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 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 | 1972 Volkswagen 1302 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Compagno | 1302 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1192 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 756 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 |