2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1960 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 125 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 1960 Nissan Bluebird is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Bluebird will offer significantly more control. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1960 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Copen | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2290 mm |
