2007 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1962 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lancia Flaminia (98 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 588 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Lancia Flaminia 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 1962 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1962 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Copen | 1962 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Copen | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |
