2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 1966 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Seville is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1092 kg more than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville, 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, 2004 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Seville | 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | Seville | Compagno |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 797 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2230 mm |
