1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1983 Fiat 131
To start off, 1983 Fiat 131 is newer by 15 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 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat 131 (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat 131 weights approximately 285 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, 1983 Fiat 131 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 1983 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Compagno | 131 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1367 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2500 mm |