1965 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1994 Ford Aspire
To start off, 1994 Ford Aspire is newer by 29 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), 1994 Ford Aspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Aspire (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Aspire should accelerate faster than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Aspire weights approximately 165 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, 1994 Ford Aspire, 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, 1994 Ford Aspire (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Aspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Daihatsu Compagno | 1994 Ford Aspire | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Compagno | Aspire |
Year Released | 1965 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1297 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2310 mm |