1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1996 Fiat Armadillo
To start off, 1996 Fiat Armadillo is newer by 28 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 1,998 cc, 1996 Fiat Armadillo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Armadillo (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Armadillo should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Armadillo weights approximately 584 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, 1996 Fiat Armadillo (200 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm). This means 1996 Fiat Armadillo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 1996 Fiat Armadillo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Compagno | Armadillo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1374 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 1850 mm |
