1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1974 Fiat 128
To start off, 1974 Fiat 128 is newer by 8 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 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 128 weights approximately 7 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, 1974 Fiat 128 (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 1974 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Compagno | 128 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 1116 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2240 mm |
