1965 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1967 Volkswagen 1302 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 1,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volkswagen 1302 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Volkswagen 1302 (38 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Volkswagen 1302 should accelerate faster than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volkswagen 1302 weights approximately 55 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, 1967 Volkswagen 1302 (87 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Volkswagen 1302 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Daihatsu Compagno | 1967 Volkswagen 1302 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Compagno | 1302 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1285 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |