1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 2008 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 992 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Abarth 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 225 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Because 1960 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 1960 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Daihatsu Copen (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 2008 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
| Model | 1000 | Copen |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| 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 | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
