2003 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1974 Fiat 130
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 740 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Copen | 1974 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Copen | 130 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2730 mm |
