1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 1972 Fiat 124 is newer by 6 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 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (60 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 124 weights approximately 117 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, 1972 Fiat 124 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Compagno | 124 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1197 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |