2004 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 929 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Mazda 929 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 1978 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1978 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Copen | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Copen | 929 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
