1970 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1999 Fiat Palio
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 360 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.
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 Fiat Palio, 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 Fiat Palio (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Daihatsu Compagno | 1999 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Compagno | Palio |
Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1747 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2610 mm |