1972 Audi Variant vs. 1967 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1972 Audi Variant is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 1,695 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Audi Variant (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Audi Variant should accelerate faster than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Audi Variant weights approximately 305 kg more than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Audi Variant, 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, 1972 Audi Variant (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Audi Variant | 1967 Daihatsu Compagno | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | Variant | Compagno |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 797 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2230 mm |
