1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 1970 Opel Record is newer by 4 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 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Record (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Record should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Record weights approximately 212 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Opel Record (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Compagno | Record |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 1492 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
