1963 Fiat 2300 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Fiat 2300 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 405 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 1963 Fiat 2300 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 Fiat 2300. 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, 1963 Fiat 2300 (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 2300 | 2012 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
| Model | 2300 | Copen |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
