1967 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, 1972 Simca 1100 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1100 (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1100 weights approximately 171 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.
Because 1967 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 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1100, 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, 1972 Simca 1100 (100 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Daihatsu Compagno | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
Model | Compagno | 1100 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1294 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |