1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1974 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1974 Innocenti Mini is newer by 6 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Innocenti Mini (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Daihatsu Compagno weights approximately 35 kg more than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1968 Daihatsu Compagno is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Innocenti Mini, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Innocenti Mini (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 1974 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Innocenti |
| Model | Compagno | Mini |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 1275 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2050 mm |
