1968 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1967 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 1 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 190 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GT | 1967 Daihatsu Compagno | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
Model | GT | Compagno |
Year Released | 1968 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 797 cc |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2230 mm |