1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1981 Ford Capri
To start off, 1981 Ford Capri is newer by 15 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Capri (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Capri weights approximately 425 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, 1981 Ford Capri (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 1981 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Compagno | Capri |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 2790 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2450 mm |
