1988 Buick Reatta vs. 1963 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1988 Buick Reatta is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Reatta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Reatta (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Reatta weights approximately 771 kg more than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta, 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, 1988 Buick Reatta (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Reatta | 1963 Daihatsu Compagno | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Reatta | Compagno |
Year Released | 1988 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 797 cc |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2230 mm |