1963 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 1975 Ford Escort is newer by 12 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 1,096 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 145 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, 1975 Ford Escort (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Daihatsu Compagno | 1975 Ford Escort | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Compagno | Escort |
Year Released | 1963 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1096 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |