2007 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,707 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Corona (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota Corona weights approximately 120 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 1971 Toyota Corona. 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, 1971 Toyota Corona (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Copen | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Copen | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 51 L |
