1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1998 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 30 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 899 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Seicento (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Daihatsu Compagno weights approximately 35 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
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, 1998 Fiat Seicento, 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, 1968 Daihatsu Compagno (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Daihatsu Compagno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 1998 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Compagno | Seicento |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 899 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2210 mm |
