1963 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1978 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1978 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,093 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volkswagen Polo (49 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Daihatsu Compagno weights approximately 80 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 1963 Daihatsu Compagno is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Polo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen Polo (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Daihatsu Compagno | 1978 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Compagno | Polo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 1093 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2340 mm |
