1969 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1966 Fiat 124

To start off, 1969 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat 124 (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat 124 weights approximately 155 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, 1966 Fiat 124 (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Daihatsu Compagno 1966 Fiat 124
Make Daihatsu Fiat
Model Compagno 124
Year Released 1969 1966
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 797 cc 1438 cc
Horse Power 35 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 108 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 945 kg
Vehicle Length 3800 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1260 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2290 mm


 

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