2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1968 Ford Escort
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 Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (82 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Escort weights approximately 5 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 Escort 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 Escort. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1968 Ford Escort | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Copen | Escort |
Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 63 mm |
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 | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 41 L |