1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1986 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1986 Opel Ascona 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Ascona weights approximately 130 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 Opel Ascona (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 1986 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Compagno | Ascona |
Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1297 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2580 mm |