1967 DAF 44 vs. 2010 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Daihatsu Copen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 95 kg more than 1967 DAF 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Daihatsu Copen (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 2010 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | DAF | Daihatsu |
| Model | 44 | Copen |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 40 L |
