1967 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1989 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 22 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 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Jetta (54 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 85 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, 1989 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 1989 Volkswagen Jetta (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Daihatsu Compagno | 1989 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Compagno | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2480 mm |
