1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1983 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1983 Toyota Starlet is newer by 17 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 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Starlet (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Daihatsu Compagno weights approximately 15 kg more than 1983 Toyota Starlet.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1966 Daihatsu Compagno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 1983 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Compagno | Starlet |
Year Released | 1966 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 993 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2310 mm |