2009 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1971 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 790 cc (2 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 230 kg more than 1971 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Toyota Publica 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 1971 Toyota Publica. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Publica. (63 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Copen | 1971 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Copen | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2170 mm |
