2002 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1972 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Triumph 2000 (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Copen | 1972 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Triumph |
| Model | Copen | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2700 mm |
