1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1994 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Colt is newer by 28 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Colt (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 412 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, 1994 Plymouth Colt, 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, 1994 Plymouth Colt (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 1994 Plymouth Colt | |
Make | Daihatsu | Plymouth |
Model | Compagno | Colt |
Year Released | 1966 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1834 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |