1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1956 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1968 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Fiat 1400 (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Fiat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 395 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1956 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm). This means 1956 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 1956 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Compagno | 1400 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1900 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 134 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2660 mm |