1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 2008 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Copen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 170 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Abarth 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Copen will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Daihatsu Copen (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 2008 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
| Model | 1000 | Copen |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
