1967 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 1967 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 944 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Simca 1000 (38 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Simca 1000 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1967 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, 1967 Daihatsu Compagno (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Daihatsu Compagno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Daihatsu Compagno | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
| Model | Compagno | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 944 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2230 mm |
