1957 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 659 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Daihatsu Copen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 435 kg more than 1957 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 500 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 1957 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Daihatsu Copen (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 500 | 2011 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
Model | 500 | Copen |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 56.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |