1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1990 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1990 Ford Mustang is newer by 24 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Mustang (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Mustang weights approximately 485 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, 1990 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 1990 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Compagno | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 2301 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2560 mm |
