1965 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 31 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 665 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 1996 Toyota Cresta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Daihatsu Compagno | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Compagno | Cresta |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2740 mm |
