1965 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1957 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1965 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Morris Oxford (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Morris Oxford should accelerate faster than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Oxford weights approximately 295 kg more than 1965 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, 1957 Morris Oxford (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Daihatsu Compagno | 1957 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
| Model | Compagno | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 1489 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2470 mm |
