1947 Austin 16 vs. 2007 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1947 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Copen will offer significantly more control. 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, 1947 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1947 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 2007 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | 16 | Copen |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
