2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 580 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 1977 Holden Kingswood 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 1977 Holden Kingswood. 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Copen | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2830 mm |
