1983 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1966 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 17 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 85 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, 1983 Daihatsu Charmant (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Daihatsu Charmant | 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | |
Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
Model | Charmant | Compagno |
Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 797 cc |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |