1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2007 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 598 kg more than 2007 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, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2007 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Daihatsu |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Copen |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2230 mm |
