1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2009 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2009 Kia Rondo is newer by 43 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rondo (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rondo weights approximately 725 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, 2009 Kia Rondo, 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, 2009 Kia Rondo (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 2009 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Compagno | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 2399 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |
