1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 40 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 807 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 2008 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Compagno | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 1994 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2640 mm |
