2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1956 Maserati 450
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 10 kg more than 1956 Maserati 450.
Because 1956 Maserati 450 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 1956 Maserati 450. 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, 1956 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1956 Maserati 450 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Maserati |
| Model | Copen | 450 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 4478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 790 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2410 mm |
