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


 

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