1967 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 21 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (91 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 231 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, 1988 Renault 19, 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, 1988 Renault 19 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Daihatsu Compagno | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Compagno | 19 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 1721 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2560 mm |
