1968 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. Both 1968 Ford Escort and 2011 Daihatsu Copen are equipped with a 1,298 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 45 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Daihatsu Copen (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2011 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
Model | Escort | Copen |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 79.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 40 L |