2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Rover P4 (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Rover P4 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 1958 Rover P4. 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, 1958 Rover P4 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1958 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
| Model | Copen | P4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 88.9 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 | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
