2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1952 Morris Minor
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Minor would be higher. At 803 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1952 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 26 kg more than 1952 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Morris Minor 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 1952 Morris Minor. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1952 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
| Model | Copen | Minor |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2190 mm |
