1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1961 Fiat 1300
To start off, 1968 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 1300 (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 1300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 170 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, 1961 Fiat 1300 (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 1961 Fiat 1300 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Compagno | 1300 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1481 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2430 mm |