1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 2011 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 221 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Daihatsu Copen (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cherry | 2011 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Nissan | Daihatsu |
| Model | Cherry | Copen |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2230 mm |
