1963 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1988 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 25 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Suzuki Samurai (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 345 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.
Because 1988 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Suzuki Samurai (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Daihatsu Compagno | 1988 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
Model | Compagno | Samurai |
Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1998 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2490 mm |