2003 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1964 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Lancia Flaminia (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 660 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Lancia Flaminia 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 1964 Lancia Flaminia. 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, 1964 Lancia Flaminia (183 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm). This means 1964 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Copen | 1964 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Copen | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2760 mm |
