2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1953 Morris Six
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Morris Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Morris Six (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Morris Six should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Morris Six weights approximately 420 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Morris Six 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 1953 Morris Six. 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, 1953 Morris Six (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1953 Morris Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1953 Morris Six | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
| Model | Copen | Six |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |
