1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1964 Fiat 500
To start off, 1966 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 797 cc, 1966 Daihatsu Compagno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Daihatsu Compagno (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Daihatsu Compagno should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Daihatsu Compagno weights approximately 305 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. 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, 1966 Daihatsu Compagno (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Daihatsu Compagno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 1964 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Compagno | 500 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 499 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 1850 mm |
