2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corolla (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 90 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 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 1975 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Copen | Corolla |
Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
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 | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2410 mm |