1965 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2007 Seat Altea

To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 42 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 900 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, 2007 Seat Altea, 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, 2007 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Daihatsu Compagno 2007 Seat Altea
Make Daihatsu Seat
Model Compagno Altea
Year Released 1965 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 797 cc 1997 cc
Horse Power 35 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 765 kg 1665 kg
Vehicle Length 3810 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2590 mm