2007 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Copen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 155 kg more than 1974 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Daihatsu Copen (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Copen | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Copen | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2340 mm |
