2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1974 Rover 2000
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,976 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Rover 2000 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Rover 2000 weights approximately 495 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.
Because 1974 Rover 2000 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 1974 Rover 2000. 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, 1974 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1974 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
| Model | Copen | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2640 mm |
