1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1998 Ford Scorpio

To start off, 1998 Ford Scorpio 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Scorpio (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 465 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, 1998 Ford Scorpio (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 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 1998 Ford Scorpio
Make Daihatsu Ford
Model Compagno Scorpio
Year Released 1966 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 797 cc 1991 cc
Horse Power 35 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 172 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 765 kg 1230 kg
Vehicle Length 3810 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1440 mm


 

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