2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1948 Morris Six
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Morris Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1948 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Morris Six weights approximately 374 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Morris Six. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1948 Morris Six (135 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1948 Morris Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Copen | 1948 Morris Six | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
| Model | Copen | Six |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
