1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 1966 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1981 Cadillac Seville is newer by 15 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 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 880 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.
Because 1966 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 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1981 Cadillac Seville (284 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Cadillac Seville | 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | |
Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
Model | Seville | Compagno |
Year Released | 1981 | 1966 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 797 cc |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2230 mm |