1963 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1974 Toyota Celica

To start off, 1974 Toyota Celica is newer by 11 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Celica (85 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Celica weights approximately 205 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, 1974 Toyota Celica (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Daihatsu Compagno 1974 Toyota Celica
Make Daihatsu Toyota
Model Compagno Celica
Year Released 1963 1974
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 797 cc 1588 cc
Horse Power 35 HP 85 HP
Torque 66 Nm 142 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 765 kg 970 kg
Vehicle Length 3810 mm 4220 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2430 mm


 

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