2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1961 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Sunbeam Alpine (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 195 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 1961 Sunbeam Alpine 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 1961 Sunbeam Alpine. 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, 1961 Sunbeam Alpine (127 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1961 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Sunbeam |
| Model | Copen | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |
