1999 Citroen C 15 vs. 1967 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1999 Citroen C 15 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen C 15 (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen C 15, 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, 1999 Citroen C 15 (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen C 15 | 1967 Daihatsu Compagno | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C 15 | Compagno |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 797 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2230 mm |
