1965 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 18 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 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1983 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Daihatsu Compagno weights approximately 39 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1983 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Daihatsu Compagno | 1983 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Compagno | Charade |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 993 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2330 mm |
