1963 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1998 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1998 Westfield ZEI is newer by 35 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Daihatsu Compagno weights approximately 45 kg more than 1998 Westfield ZEI.
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, 1998 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Daihatsu Compagno | 1998 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Westfield |
| Model | Compagno | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2340 mm |
