2003 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 840 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1959 Land Rover 109 (157 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm). This means 1959 Land Rover 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Copen | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Land Rover |
Model | Copen | 109 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 157 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2780 mm |