1963 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 33 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, 1996 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Daihatsu Compagno weights approximately 55 kg more than 1996 Honda Today.
Because 1996 Honda Today 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, 1996 Honda Today 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, 1963 Daihatsu Compagno (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1963 Daihatsu Compagno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Daihatsu Compagno | 1996 Honda Today | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Compagno | Today |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 656 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
