1970 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1999 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 29 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 (3 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Cuore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Cuore (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Daihatsu Compagno weights approximately 95 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore.
Because 1970 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 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Cuore, 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, 1999 Daihatsu Cuore (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Compagno | 1999 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Compagno | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 988 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2350 mm |
