1965 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1979 Lancia Beta is newer by 14 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Beta weights approximately 235 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 1965 Daihatsu Compagno is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Lancia Beta (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Daihatsu Compagno | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
Model | Compagno | Beta |
Year Released | 1965 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1297 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2360 mm |