2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1975 Fiat Mirafiori
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Fiat Mirafiori is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat Mirafiori (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat Mirafiori should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat Mirafiori weights approximately 215 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 1975 Fiat Mirafiori 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 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. 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, 1975 Fiat Mirafiori (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat Mirafiori will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1975 Fiat Mirafiori | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Copen | Mirafiori |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
