1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1968 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 1968 Daihatsu Compagno and 1968 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Skoda Octavia (44 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 180 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, 1968 Skoda Octavia (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 1968 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
Model | Compagno | Octavia |
Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1221 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 66 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2400 mm |