2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,812 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford 17 (81 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 320 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 1968 Ford 17 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 1968 Ford 17. 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, 1968 Ford 17 (132 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1968 Ford 17 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Copen | 17 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |