1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 39 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 775 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Compagno | C |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 2148 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2720 mm |
