1965 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1957 Fiat 600
To start off, 1965 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 797 cc, 1965 Daihatsu Compagno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Daihatsu Compagno (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Daihatsu Compagno should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Daihatsu Compagno weights approximately 40 kg more than 1957 Fiat 600. 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, 1965 Daihatsu Compagno (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Daihatsu Compagno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Daihatsu Compagno | 1957 Fiat 600 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Compagno | 600 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 633 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2010 mm |