1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 41 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 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 611 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Compagno | Corolla |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1792 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2760 mm |