1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2010 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1495 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 2010 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Chrysler | Daihatsu |
| Model | Imperial | Copen |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2230 mm |
