1985 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1969 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1985 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 847 cc (3 cylinders), 1985 Daihatsu Cuore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Daihatsu Cuore (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Daihatsu Compagno weights approximately 190 kg more than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore.
Because 1969 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 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Daihatsu Cuore, 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, 1985 Daihatsu Cuore (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Cuore | 1969 Daihatsu Compagno | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Cuore | Compagno |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 797 cc |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2230 mm |
