1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1974 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1974 Nissan Violet 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 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Violet (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Violet weights approximately 175 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, 1974 Nissan Violet (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 1974 Nissan Violet | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Compagno | Violet |
Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1428 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |