1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2001 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 120 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Because 1959 Abarth 1000 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 1959 Abarth 1000. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2001 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
| Model | 1000 | Copen |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 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 | 680 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 46 L |
