2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1992 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 70 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 2008 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Morgan Plus 4. 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, 1992 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Copen | 1992 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Morgan |
Model | Copen | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2500 mm |