1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 19 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Festiva (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Festiva weights approximately 20 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.
Because 1968 Daihatsu Compagno is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Ford Festiva (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Compagno | Festiva |
Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1324 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2300 mm |