1963 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1994 Ford Falcon

To start off, 1994 Ford Falcon 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Falcon (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Falcon weights approximately 770 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, 1994 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Daihatsu Compagno 1994 Ford Falcon
Make Daihatsu Ford
Model Compagno Falcon
Year Released 1963 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 797 cc 3984 cc
Horse Power 35 HP 205 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4900 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 357 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 765 kg 1535 kg
Vehicle Length 3810 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2800 mm


 

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