1965 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1996 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 321 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, 1996 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1996 Volkswagen Polo (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Daihatsu Compagno | 1996 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Compagno | Polo |
Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1595 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |