1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1996 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1996 Nissan Sunny 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Sunny (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 237 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 Nissan Sunny, 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 Nissan Sunny (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 1996 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Compagno | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 1498 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2540 mm |
