2007 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Publica 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 57 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 270 kg more than 1961 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Daihatsu Copen (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Copen | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Copen | Publica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2140 mm |
