2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1981 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Mustang (173 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Mustang weights approximately 555 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 1981 Ford Mustang 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 1981 Ford Mustang. 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, 1981 Ford Mustang (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1981 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Copen | Mustang |
Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2560 mm |