1970 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1977 Opel Kadett is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Kadett (75 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Kadett weights approximately 40 kg more than 1970 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, 1977 Opel Kadett (113 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Compagno | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Compagno | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2680 mm |
