2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1960 Fairthorpe Electron
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fairthorpe Electron would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Copen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 360 kg more than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Copen | 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Copen | Electron |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
