1972 Austin Marina vs. 2001 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,273 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin Marina weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 1972 Austin Marina 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 Austin Marina. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Marina | 2001 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | Marina | Copen |
Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1273 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 56.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2240 mm |