1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua

To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 25 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (283 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 260 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.

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, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Daihatsu Compagno 1993 De Tomaso Bigua
Make Daihatsu De Tomaso
Model Compagno Bigua
Year Released 1968 1993
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 797 cc 3982 cc
Horse Power 35 HP 283 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 403 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 1050 kg
Vehicle Length 3800 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1040 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2620 mm


 

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