1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1987 Fiat 126
To start off, 1987 Fiat 126 is newer by 21 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 11 more horse power than 1987 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Daihatsu Compagno should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Daihatsu Compagno weights approximately 205 kg more than 1987 Fiat 126. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Daihatsu Compagno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 1987 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Compagno | 126 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 652 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 1850 mm |
