1969 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1957 Simca Aronde

To start off, 1969 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Simca Aronde (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Simca Aronde weights approximately 180 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, 1957 Simca Aronde (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Daihatsu Compagno 1957 Simca Aronde
Make Daihatsu Simca
Model Compagno Aronde
Year Released 1969 1957
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 797 cc 1290 cc
Horse Power 35 HP 56 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 90 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 970 kg
Vehicle Length 3800 mm 4080 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2450 mm


 

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