2007 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1963 Fiat 1500
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Fiat 1500. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1500. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Copen | 1963 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Copen | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2660 mm |
