2002 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1963 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Toyota Corona weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 1963 Toyota Corona 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 1963 Toyota Corona. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Copen | 1963 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Copen | Corona |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
