2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1961 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Corona. (55 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Toyota Corona weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 1961 Toyota Corona 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 Toyota Corona. 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 Toyota Corona (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1961 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Copen | Corona |
Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 75 L |