1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1972 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1972 ZAZ 966 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 885 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 ZAZ 966 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Daihatsu Compagno (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Daihatsu Compagno should accelerate faster than 1972 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Daihatsu Compagno weights approximately 25 kg more than 1972 ZAZ 966. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Daihatsu Compagno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 1972 ZAZ 966 | |
Make | Daihatsu | ZAZ |
Model | Compagno | 966 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 885 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2170 mm |