1963 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1985 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1985 Suzuki Alto is newer by 22 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 797 cc, 1963 Daihatsu Compagno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Suzuki Alto (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Daihatsu Compagno weights approximately 135 kg more than 1985 Suzuki Alto.
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, 1985 Suzuki Alto, 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, 1963 Daihatsu Compagno (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Daihatsu Compagno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Daihatsu Compagno | 1985 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Compagno | Alto |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 796 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2180 mm |
