2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Skoda 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Skoda 440 weights approximately 136 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 1957 Skoda 440 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 Skoda 440. 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 1957 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Copen | 440 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 47 L |
