1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1086 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 2009 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Daihatsu | SsangYong |
| Model | Compagno | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 2872 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2830 mm |
