2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1969 Moretti S Coupe
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Moretti S Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Moretti S Coupe would be higher. At 767 cc (2 cylinders), 1969 Moretti S Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1969 Moretti S Coupe. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti S Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 100 kg more than 1969 Moretti S Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Moretti S Coupe 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 Moretti S Coupe. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti S Coupe. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti S Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1969 Moretti S Coupe | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Moretti |
| Model | Copen | S Coupe |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 30 L |
