1965 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1999 Renault Espace
To start off, 1999 Renault Espace is newer by 34 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Espace (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Espace weights approximately 725 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, 1999 Renault Espace, 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 Renault Espace (189 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Daihatsu Compagno | 1999 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Compagno | Espace |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |
