1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 505 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 470 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 Peugeot 505 (185 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Compagno | 505 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 2164 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2750 mm |
