1959 MG MGA vs. 2012 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 MG MGA (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 MG MGA weights approximately 50 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 MG MGA 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 MG MGA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1959 MG MGA (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 MG MGA | 2012 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | MG | Daihatsu |
| Model | MGA | Copen |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2230 mm |
