1969 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1961 Fiat 2300

To start off, 1969 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 476 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, 1961 Fiat 2300 (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Daihatsu Compagno 1961 Fiat 2300
Make Daihatsu Fiat
Model Compagno 2300
Year Released 1969 1961
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 797 cc 2277 cc
Horse Power 35 HP 136 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 197 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 1266 kg
Vehicle Length 3800 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2660 mm