1972 Austin Marina vs. 2012 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 40 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 60 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 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 Austin Marina (145 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 2012 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Marina | Copen |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2230 mm |
