2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Appia weights approximately 100 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 1959 Lancia Appia 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 1959 Lancia Appia. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
Model | Copen | Appia |
Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 47 HP |
Torque | 108 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2520 mm |