2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1969 Fiat 600
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 767 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 600 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 1969 Fiat 600 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 1969 Fiat 600. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1969 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Copen | 600 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 38 L |
