2007 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1970 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph GT6 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph GT6 weights approximately 70 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 2007 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Triumph GT6. 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, 1970 Triumph GT6 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Copen | 1970 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Triumph |
| Model | Copen | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 63 L |
