1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2011 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,569 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 115 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 1972 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 2011 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | GT | Copen |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |
