1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2002 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 659 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daihatsu Copen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 525 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Daihatsu Copen (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2002 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Berkeley | Daihatsu |
Model | Twosome | Copen |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2240 mm |