1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1966 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 6 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 230 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Giulia | Compagno |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 797 cc |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2230 mm |
