1967 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1985 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1985 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 18 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Reliant Scimitar (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 97 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, 1985 Reliant Scimitar (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Daihatsu Compagno | 1985 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Daihatsu | Reliant |
Model | Compagno | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1967 | 1985 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1597 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 887 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2140 mm |