1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2012 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 122 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2012 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Giulia | Copen |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 40 L |
