2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,618 cc, 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 455 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, 1969 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Copen | Luce |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2618 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2590 mm |
