1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1986 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1986 Isuzu Piazza 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 519 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 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 1986 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
| Model | Compagno | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 1994 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |
