1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600

To start off, 1970 Volkswagen 1600 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volkswagen 1600 (53 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volkswagen 1600 should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 210 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, 1970 Volkswagen 1600 (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Volkswagen 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Daihatsu Compagno 1970 Volkswagen 1600
Make Daihatsu Volkswagen
Model Compagno 1600
Year Released 1968 1970
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 797 cc 1584 cc
Horse Power 35 HP 53 HP
Torque 66 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 765 kg 975 kg
Vehicle Length 3810 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2410 mm


 

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