1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1992 Mazda AZ-1
To start off, 1992 Mazda AZ-1 is newer by 24 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 797 cc, 1968 Daihatsu Compagno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda AZ-1 (63 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda AZ-1 should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Daihatsu Compagno weights approximately 70 kg more than 1992 Mazda AZ-1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Mazda AZ-1 (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda AZ-1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 1992 Mazda AZ-1 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Compagno | AZ-1 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 657 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2240 mm |
