1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1981 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1981 Suzuki Cervo 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 797 cc, 1966 Daihatsu Compagno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Daihatsu Compagno (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Daihatsu Compagno should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Daihatsu Compagno weights approximately 230 kg more than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. 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, 1966 Daihatsu Compagno (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Daihatsu Compagno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 1981 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Compagno | Cervo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 539 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2040 mm |
