2009 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1957 Morris Cowley
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Morris Cowley is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1957 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Cowley weights approximately 215 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 1957 Morris Cowley 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 1957 Morris Cowley. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1957 Morris Cowley (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Morris Cowley will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Copen | 1957 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
| Model | Copen | Cowley |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |
