1999 Daihatsu Move vs. 1968 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Move is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 989 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Move is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Move (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Move should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Move weights approximately 50 kg more than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Move, 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 Daihatsu Move (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Move will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Move | 1968 Daihatsu Compagno | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Move | Compagno |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 797 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2230 mm |
