1967 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1993 Ford Contour
To start off, 1993 Ford Contour is newer by 26 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Contour (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Contour weights approximately 523 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, 1993 Ford Contour, 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, 1993 Ford Contour (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Daihatsu Compagno | 1993 Ford Contour | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Compagno | Contour |
Year Released | 1967 | 1993 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 2544 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |