1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1954 Ford Popular
To start off, 1968 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ford Popular is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Daihatsu Compagno (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Daihatsu Compagno should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Daihatsu Compagno weights approximately 55 kg more than 1954 Ford Popular. 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 Daihatsu Compagno (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Daihatsu Compagno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 1954 Ford Popular | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Compagno | Popular |
Year Released | 1968 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1172 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2300 mm |