2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1967 Volkswagen Sedan
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen Sedan would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volkswagen Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. (45 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volkswagen Sedan weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 1967 Volkswagen Sedan 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 Volkswagen Sedan. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. (97 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1967 Volkswagen Sedan | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Copen | Sedan |
Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |