1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1978 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1978 Opel Kadett is newer by 10 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), 1978 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Kadett (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
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, 1978 Opel Kadett (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 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 | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Compagno | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 1196 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
