1963 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 625 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 Mercedes-Benz 200 (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Daihatsu Compagno | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Compagno | 200 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1986 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2800 mm |