2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
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 Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,166 cc, 1975 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 46 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Copen | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2380 mm |
