1976 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider (122 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. (102 Nm). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Spider | Copen |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2340 mm |
