1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Copen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Daihatsu Copen (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2009 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Giulietta | Copen |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 86 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2230 mm |
