1973 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 160 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda Civic (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Civic | 2010 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Honda | Daihatsu |
Model | Civic | Copen |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2230 mm |