1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 40 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 1954 Austin A 40 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 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Daihatsu Copen (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 2002 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 40 | Copen |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |
