1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1966 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Daihatsu Compagno weights approximately 23 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
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 GTA (140 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | GTA | Compagno |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 797 cc |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2290 mm |
