1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1956 Holden FE
To start off, 1966 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Holden FE (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Holden FE should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Holden FE weights approximately 215 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, 1956 Holden FE (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 1956 Holden FE | |
Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
Model | Compagno | FE |
Year Released | 1966 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 2166 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2670 mm |