1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1965 NSU 1000
To start off, 1966 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 996 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 NSU 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 NSU 1000 (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 NSU 1000 should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Daihatsu Compagno weights approximately 163 kg more than 1965 NSU 1000.
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 NSU 1000 (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 NSU 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 1965 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | NSU |
| Model | Compagno | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 996 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2260 mm |
