1969 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 2001 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 1,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Daihatsu Consorte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Daihatsu Consorte (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Daihatsu Consorte should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 115 kg more than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte.
Because 1969 Daihatsu Consorte 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 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Daihatsu Consorte | 2001 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Consorte | Copen |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 46 L |
