1965 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1976 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1976 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 11 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 958 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Daihatsu Taft (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 230 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.
Because 1976 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Daihatsu Taft 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, 1965 Daihatsu Compagno (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1965 Daihatsu Compagno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Daihatsu Compagno | 1976 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
Model | Compagno | Taft |
Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 958 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2030 mm |