2005 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1978 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Cortina (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Cortina weights approximately 205 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Cortina 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 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Ford Cortina (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. (102 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. 1978 Ford Cortina has automatic transmission and 2005 Daihatsu Copen has manual transmission. 2005 Daihatsu Copen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Ford Cortina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Copen | 1978 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Copen | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2580 mm |
