1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1999 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1999 Ford Falcon is newer by 31 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 (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 740 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (366 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 1999 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Compagno | Falcon |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 3982 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3150 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2880 mm |