1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 2001 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo would be higher. At 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo weights approximately 248 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo 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 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 2001 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Cuneo | Copen |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2240 mm |
