2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2006 Morgan 44
To start off, 2006 Morgan 44 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daihatsu Copen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daihatsu Copen would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Morgan 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan 44 (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Morgan 44 weights approximately 80 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 2006 Morgan 44 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 2006 Morgan 44. 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, 2006 Morgan 44 (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daihatsu Copen | 2006 Morgan 44 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Morgan |
Model | Copen | 44 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |