1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1979 Volvo 66
To start off, 1979 Volvo 66 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Volvo 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volvo 66 (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volvo 66 should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
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 Volvo 66 (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Volvo 66 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 1979 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Compagno | 66 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 1289 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
