2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada Riva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada Riva would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lada Riva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lada Riva (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lada Riva should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada Riva weights approximately 152 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Lada Riva 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 1974 Lada Riva. 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, 2008 Daihatsu Copen (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Copen | 1974 Lada Riva | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lada |
Model | Copen | Riva |
Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 66 mm |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1057 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2420 mm |