2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 348 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 1968 Holden Belmont is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Copen, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Holden Belmont (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Copen | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Copen | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2830 mm |
