1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1975 Toyota Corona

To start off, 1975 Toyota Corona is newer by 7 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corona (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corona 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, 1975 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Daihatsu Compagno 1975 Toyota Corona
Make Daihatsu Toyota
Model Compagno Corona
Year Released 1968 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 797 cc 1587 cc
Horse Power 35 HP 84 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 3800 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2510 mm


 

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