1963 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1979 Chrysler 1609
To start off, 1979 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 16 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 1,811 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler 1609 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chrysler 1609 (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler 1609 weights approximately 335 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, 1979 Chrysler 1609 (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler 1609 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Daihatsu Compagno | 1979 Chrysler 1609 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Chrysler |
Model | Compagno | 1609 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1811 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2670 mm |