1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1991 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 1991 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 25 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Daihatsu Applause (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 135 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.
Because 1966 Daihatsu Compagno is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Daihatsu Applause, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Daihatsu Applause (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 1991 Daihatsu Applause | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Compagno | Applause |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 1589 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2480 mm |
