1969 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1959 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1969 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Skoda Octavia (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 130 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, 1959 Skoda Octavia (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Daihatsu Compagno | 1959 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
Model | Compagno | Octavia |
Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1089 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |