1958 Abarth 600 vs. 2001 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Abarth 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 215 kg more than 1958 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Abarth 600 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 1958 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 600 | 2001 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
Model | 600 | Copen |
Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 56.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2240 mm |