1954 Austin A 135 vs. 2007 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 135 (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1105 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 135. 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, 1954 Austin A 135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 135 | 2007 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 135 | Copen |
Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 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 | 1955 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 40 L |