1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1977 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1977 Ford Fiesta is newer by 11 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Fiesta (66 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Daihatsu Compagno weights approximately 8 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1966 Daihatsu Compagno is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Ford Fiesta (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 1977 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Compagno | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2290 mm |
