2009 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1958 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 1958 Peugeot 203 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 1958 Peugeot 203. 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, 2009 Daihatsu Copen (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Peugeot 203. (78 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Copen | 1958 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Copen | 203 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
