2002 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Appia weights approximately 70 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 1959 Lancia Appia 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 1959 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Daihatsu Copen (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daihatsu Copen | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
Model | Copen | Appia |
Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 47 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2520 mm |