1992 Citroen BX vs. 1965 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen BX (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen BX weights approximately 135 kg more than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Citroen BX, 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, 1992 Citroen BX (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1965 Daihatsu Compagno | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | BX | Compagno |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 797 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |
