1982 Austin Marina vs. 1968 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1982 Austin Marina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Marina weights approximately 117 kg more than 1968 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, 1982 Austin Marina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Austin Marina | 1968 Daihatsu Compagno | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | Marina | Compagno |
Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 797 cc |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2230 mm |