1973 Ford Maverick vs. 2011 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Maverick weights approximately 365 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 1973 Ford Maverick 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 1973 Ford Maverick. 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, 1973 Ford Maverick (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Maverick | 2011 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
Model | Maverick | Copen |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2780 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2230 mm |