2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 803 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morris Minor weights approximately 25 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 1955 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 1955 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (55 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
| Model | Copen | Minor |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1955 |
| 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 | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 825 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 22 L |
