2007 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1950 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Minor 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 59 more horse power than 1950 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 60 kg more than 1950 Morris Minor. 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 1950 Morris Minor. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Daihatsu Copen (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Copen | 1950 Morris Minor | |
Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
Model | Copen | Minor |
Year Released | 2007 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 918 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2190 mm |