1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2000 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2000 Fiat Palio is newer by 32 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Palio (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Palio weights approximately 350 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, 2000 Fiat Palio, 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, 2000 Fiat Palio (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 2000 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Compagno | Palio |
Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1242 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2430 mm |