2003 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1960 Fiat 500
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 657 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu Copen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 295 kg more than 1960 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Fiat 500 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 1960 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Daihatsu Copen (102 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Copen | 1960 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Copen | 500 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 1960 mm |
