1965 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 22 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 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 410 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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Daihatsu Compagno | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Compagno | 190 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 2599 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2670 mm |