1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 210 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2009 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Giulia | Copen |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 40 L |
