1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1979 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1979 Isuzu Florian is newer by 13 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 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu Florian (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu Florian 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.
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, 1979 Isuzu Florian (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 1979 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
| Model | Compagno | Florian |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 1817 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
