1969 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 35 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 530 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.
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, 2004 Seat Altea, 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, 2004 Seat Altea (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Daihatsu Compagno | 2004 Seat Altea | |
Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
Model | Compagno | Altea |
Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1598 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2580 mm |