1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1998 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 32 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, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Daihatsu Compagno weights approximately 40 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
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, 1998 Daihatsu Mira, 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, 1966 Daihatsu Compagno (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Daihatsu Compagno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 1998 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Compagno | Mira |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 658 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2370 mm |
