1974 Citroen GS vs. 1967 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1974 Citroen GS is newer by 7 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 1,015 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen GS (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 100 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, 1974 Citroen GS, 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, 1974 Citroen GS (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1967 Daihatsu Compagno | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | GS | Compagno |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 797 cc |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2230 mm |
