2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1957 Lotus Seven
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Lotus Seven is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lotus Seven (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 50 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Because 1957 Lotus Seven 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 1957 Lotus Seven. 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, 1957 Lotus Seven (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Lotus Seven will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1957 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
| Model | Copen | Seven |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 153 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 | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 29 L |
