2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Renault Dauphine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 168 kg more than 1966 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Copen | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 38 L |
