2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1968 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu Florian (84 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 190 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Isuzu Florian (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1968 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
| Model | Copen | Florian |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| 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 | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |
