1972 Fiat 128 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 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,115 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 85 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Daihatsu Copen (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2012 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
| Model | 128 | Copen |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
