2005 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 225 kg more than 1974 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Daihatsu Copen (102 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Copen | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Copen | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2340 mm |
