1959 Berkeley B vs. 2007 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley B would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Copen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 494 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Daihatsu Copen (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley B | 2007 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Berkeley | Daihatsu |
Model | B | Copen |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 86 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 40 L |