1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1996 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 1996 Fiat Barchetta 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 270 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, 1996 Fiat Barchetta, 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, 1996 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Barchetta 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 Barchetta | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Compagno | Barchetta |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1747 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2280 mm |