1969 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1969 Mini MK III
To start off, both 1969 Daihatsu Compagno and 1969 Mini MK III were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,274 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Mini MK III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mini MK III (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mini MK III should accelerate faster than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Daihatsu Compagno weights approximately 145 kg more than 1969 Mini MK III.
Because 1969 Daihatsu Compagno is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Mini MK III, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Mini MK III (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Mini MK III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Daihatsu Compagno | 1969 Mini MK III | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mini |
Model | Compagno | MK III |
Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1274 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2040 mm |