2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1970 Simca 1301
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Simca 1301 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1970 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
| Model | Copen | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2530 mm |
