1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1968 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Rover P4 (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 590 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, 1958 Rover P4 (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 1958 Rover P4 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
Model | Compagno | P4 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1995 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2830 mm |