1970 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1979 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1979 Nissan Cherry is newer by 9 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 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Cherry (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Daihatsu Compagno weights approximately 20 kg more than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Daihatsu Compagno (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Daihatsu Compagno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Compagno | 1979 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Compagno | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 988 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2400 mm |
