1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2010 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Daihatsu Copen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 112 kg more than 1959 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Anglia 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 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Daihatsu Copen (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 2010 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
Model | Anglia | Copen |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |