1967 Innocenti Mini 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 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 275 kg more than 1967 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Daihatsu Copen (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Innocenti Mini | 2010 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Innocenti | Daihatsu |
| Model | Mini | Copen |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
