1963 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1994 Fiat Punto
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 31 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 235 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 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, 1994 Fiat Punto, 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Daihatsu Compagno | 1994 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Compagno | Punto |
Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1581 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2550 mm |