1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1992 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1992 Ford Scorpio is newer by 26 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 490 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, 1992 Ford Scorpio (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 1992 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Compagno | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2770 mm |
