2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1967 Honda S800
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Honda S800 would be higher. At 791 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Honda S800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Honda S800 (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Honda S800 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 90 kg more than 1967 Honda S800.
Because 1967 Honda S800 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 1967 Honda S800. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1967 Honda S800 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Copen | S800 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 35 L |