1965 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1986 Daihatsu Charmant

To start off, 1986 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 21 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 85 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, 1986 Daihatsu Charmant (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Daihatsu Compagno 1986 Daihatsu Charmant
Make Daihatsu Daihatsu
Model Compagno Charmant
Year Released 1965 1986
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 797 cc 1288 cc
Horse Power 35 HP 64 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 98 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 765 kg 850 kg
Vehicle Length 3810 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2410 mm