1964 Honda S500 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Honda S500 would be higher. At 659 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Daihatsu Copen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 225 kg more than 1964 Honda S500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Honda S500 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 1964 Honda S500. 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, 2012 Daihatsu Copen (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Honda S500 | 2012 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Honda | Daihatsu |
Model | S500 | Copen |
Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 491 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 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 | 680 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |