1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2005 Morgan 44

To start off, 2005 Morgan 44 is newer by 37 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 1,790 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Morgan 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan 44 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan 44 weights approximately 190 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, 2005 Morgan 44 (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Daihatsu Compagno 2005 Morgan 44
Make Daihatsu Morgan
Model Compagno 44
Year Released 1968 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 797 cc 1790 cc
Horse Power 35 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 980 kg
Vehicle Length 3800 mm 3900 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2450 mm


 

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