2007 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1948 Fiat 500
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Copen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 60 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Copen will offer significantly more control. 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.
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2007 Daihatsu Copen | 1948 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Copen | 500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1948 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 52 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 67 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2010 mm |