1971 Austin 3 vs. 1966 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1971 Austin 3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Austin 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Austin 3 (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Austin 3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin 3 weights approximately 677 kg more than 1966 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, 1971 Austin 3 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Austin 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Austin 3 | 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | 3 | Compagno |
Year Released | 1971 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 797 cc |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2290 mm |