2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1951 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Triumph Mayflower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 1951 Triumph Mayflower 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 1951 Triumph Mayflower. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. (80 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1951 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Triumph |
| Model | Copen | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
