2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1966 Skoda Octavia

To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1966 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1966 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 170 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.

Because 1966 Skoda Octavia 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 1966 Skoda Octavia. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Skoda Octavia.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Daihatsu Copen 1966 Skoda Octavia
Make Daihatsu Skoda
Model Copen Octavia
Year Released 2001 1966
Body Type Roadster Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 659 cc 1221 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 62 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 108 Nm 82 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 61 mm 72 mm
Engine Stroke Size 56.4 mm 75 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 800 kg 970 kg
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 4070 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2240 mm 2400 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 30 L


 

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