1963 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1981 Mazda 323 is newer by 18 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 1,069 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda 323 weights approximately 85 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Mazda 323 (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Daihatsu Compagno | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Compagno | 323 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 1069 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2370 mm |
