1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1967 Reliant Rebel is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Daihatsu Compagno 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 4 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Daihatsu Compagno should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Daihatsu Compagno weights approximately 279 kg more than 1967 Reliant Rebel. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Daihatsu Compagno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Reliant |
| Model | Compagno | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 701 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2270 mm |
