2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 62 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 1974 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Copen | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 75 L |
