1969 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1953 MG TD
To start off, 1969 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 MG TD would be higher. At 1,249 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 MG TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 MG TD (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 MG TD should accelerate faster than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 MG TD weights approximately 85 kg more than 1969 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, 1953 MG TD (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1953 MG TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Daihatsu Compagno | 1953 MG TD | |
| Make | Daihatsu | MG |
| Model | Compagno | TD |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 1249 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2390 mm |
