2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1963 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Holden FB Special (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Holden FB Special weights approximately 300 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 1963 Holden FB Special 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 1963 Holden FB Special. 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, 1963 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1963 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
Model | Copen | FB Special |
Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2670 mm |