1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Toyota Corolla is newer by 21 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Corolla (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 235 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, 1989 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1989 Toyota Corolla (149 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Compagno | Corolla |
Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1587 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2470 mm |