1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1959 Peugeot 203

To start off, 1968 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Peugeot 203 (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Peugeot 203 should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 160 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, 1959 Peugeot 203 (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Daihatsu Compagno 1959 Peugeot 203
Make Daihatsu Peugeot
Model Compagno 203
Year Released 1968 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 797 cc 1289 cc
Horse Power 35 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 80 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 765 kg 925 kg
Vehicle Length 3810 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2580 mm


 

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