2007 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1973 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 504. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 314 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Peugeot 504. 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, 1973 Peugeot 504 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Copen | 1973 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Copen | 504 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
