1968 Toyota 2000GT 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 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota 2000GT (150 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 220 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota 2000GT 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 Toyota 2000GT. 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, 1968 Toyota 2000GT (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Toyota 2000GT | 2011 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Toyota | Daihatsu |
| Model | 2000GT | Copen |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
