1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2004 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2004 MCC ForTwo is newer by 38 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, 2004 MCC ForTwo (49 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MCC ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Daihatsu Compagno weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 MCC ForTwo.
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, 2004 MCC ForTwo (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 MCC ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 2004 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | MCC |
| Model | Compagno | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 698 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 1810 mm |
