1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1962 Maserati 151
To start off, 1966 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 151. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 151 would be higher. At 3,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Maserati 151 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 151 (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 151 should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Maserati 151 weights approximately 130 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, 1962 Maserati 151 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 151 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 1962 Maserati 151 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Maserati |
| Model | Compagno | 151 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 3942 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2310 mm |
