1954 Austin A 30 vs. 2001 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 802 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 120 kg more than 1954 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Austin A 30 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 1954 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen, 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, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 30 | 2001 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 30 | Copen |
Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 56.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 46 L |