1967 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 39 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 797 cc, 1967 Daihatsu Compagno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForTwo (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 175 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Smart ForTwo (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Daihatsu Compagno | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Smart |
Model | Compagno | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 698 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 1820 mm |