1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 65 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1956 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 1956 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, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2009 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Giulietta | Copen |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 40 L |
