2005 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1966 Saab 96
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Saab 96. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Saab 96 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Saab 96 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1966 Saab 96. (63 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1966 Saab 96. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Saab 96 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Copen.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1966 Saab 96 (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. (102 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Saab 96 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Copen | 1966 Saab 96 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Saab |
| Model | Copen | 96 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 58.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 38 L |
