1967 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1978 Daihatsu Taft

To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 11 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 2,530 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 395 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 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Taft 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, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Daihatsu Compagno 1978 Daihatsu Taft
Make Daihatsu Daihatsu
Model Compagno Taft
Year Released 1967 1978
Engine Size 797 cc 2530 cc
Horse Power 35 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 1185 kg
Vehicle Length 3800 mm 3370 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2030 mm


 

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