2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Morris Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Morris Marina would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Morris Marina weights approximately 82 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 1975 Morris Marina 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 Morris Marina. 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 1975 Morris Marina. (94 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
| Model | Copen | Marina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 52 L |
