1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1956 Daimler DK
To start off, 1968 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daimler DK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daimler DK would be higher. At 4,617 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Daimler DK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Daimler DK (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Daimler DK should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 1267 kg more than 1968 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, 1956 Daimler DK (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 Daimler DK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 1956 Daimler DK | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daimler |
| Model | Compagno | DK |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 4617 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3310 mm |
