1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1965 Fiat Cabriolet
To start off, 1966 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Cabriolet (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 100 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, 1965 Fiat Cabriolet (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 1965 Fiat Cabriolet | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Compagno | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 1966 | 1965 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1220 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2350 mm |