1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1955 Porsche 356
To start off, 1966 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Porsche 356 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1966 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, 1955 Porsche 356 (119 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 1955 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Compagno | 356 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 1498 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2110 mm |
