2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1958 Saab 93
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Saab 93 would be higher. At 747 cc (3 cylinders), 1958 Saab 93 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1958 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1958 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Saab 93 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1958 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Saab |
| Model | Copen | 93 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 54 L |
