1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1973 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1973 Zastava 1300 is newer by 5 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Zastava 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Zastava 1300 (53 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Zastava 1300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Zastava 1300 weights approximately 219 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, 1973 Zastava 1300 (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Zastava 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 1973 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Zastava |
| Model | Compagno | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 1295 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2430 mm |
