1969 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1973 Peugeot 504

To start off, 1973 Peugeot 504 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Peugeot 504 (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 374 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, 1973 Peugeot 504 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Daihatsu Compagno 1973 Peugeot 504
Make Daihatsu Peugeot
Model Compagno 504
Year Released 1969 1973
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 797 cc 1796 cc
Horse Power 35 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 134 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 1164 kg
Vehicle Length 3800 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2750 mm