2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1959 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Toyota Crown weights approximately 400 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Toyota Crown. 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, 2008 Daihatsu Copen (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Copen | 1959 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Copen | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2540 mm |
