1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1971 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1971 Opel Kadett is newer by 3 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 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Opel Kadett (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Daihatsu Compagno weights approximately 5 kg more than 1971 Opel Kadett.
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, 1971 Opel Kadett (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 1971 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Compagno | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 1196 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2430 mm |
