2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1960 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,087 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 1960 Fiat 1100 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 1960 Fiat 1100. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1960 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Copen | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1087 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 74.9 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 | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 57 L |
