2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1977 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Fiesta (66 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 5 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1977 Ford Fiesta (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1977 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Copen | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2290 mm |
