1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1986 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 18 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 155 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 1986 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Compagno | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 1498 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |
