2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1956 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Skoda 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 1956 Skoda 1200 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 Skoda 1200. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1956 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Copen | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2690 mm |
