1961 AC Greyhound vs. 2003 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 AC Greyhound weights approximately 165 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (102 Nm). This means 1961 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 2003 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | AC | Daihatsu |
| Model | Greyhound | Copen |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 43 L |
