2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1962 Honda S500
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Honda S500 would be higher. At 659 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daihatsu Copen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 120 kg more than 1962 Honda S500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Honda S500 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 1962 Honda S500. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1962 Honda S500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Copen | S500 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |
