1967 Citroen Dyane 6 vs. 1966 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1967 Citroen Dyane 6 is newer by 1 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, 1966 Daihatsu Compagno (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. (32 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Daihatsu Compagno should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Daihatsu Compagno weights approximately 165 kg more than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. 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, 1967 Citroen Dyane 6, 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Daihatsu Compagno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen Dyane 6 | 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Dyane 6 | Compagno |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 797 cc |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |
