1967 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 30 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 385 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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Daihatsu Compagno | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Compagno | Golf |
Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1896 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2470 mm |