1967 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (188 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 790 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 Renault Safrane, 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 Renault Safrane (268 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Daihatsu Compagno | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Compagno | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 2946 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2770 mm |
