1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, both 1968 Daihatsu Compagno and 1968 Volkswagen 1600 were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Volkswagen 1600 (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volkswagen 1600 should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 1968 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Compagno | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 1584 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |
