1963 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1978 Seat 131
To start off, 1978 Seat 131 is newer by 15 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Seat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Seat 131 (59 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Seat 131 should accelerate faster than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Seat 131 weights approximately 399 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, 1978 Seat 131 (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Seat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Daihatsu Compagno | 1978 Seat 131 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
Model | Compagno | 131 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1995 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 66 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2500 mm |