2007 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1981 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 160 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 1981 Nissan Silvia. 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, 1981 Nissan Silvia (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Copen | 1981 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Copen | Silvia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |