1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 44 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 2,000 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1938 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1000 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Compagno | Sharan |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 2000 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 1973 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2919 mm |