1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1967 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1968 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 887 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 ZAZ Jalta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Daihatsu Compagno (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1967 ZAZ Jalta. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Daihatsu Compagno should accelerate faster than 1967 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Daihatsu Compagno weights approximately 135 kg more than 1967 ZAZ Jalta. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 ZAZ Jalta. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Daihatsu Compagno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 1967 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | ZAZ |
| Model | Compagno | Jalta |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 887 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2030 mm |
