2009 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1975 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 659 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Copen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 395 kg more than 1975 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Fiat 500 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 1975 Fiat 500. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Copen | 1975 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Copen | 500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 22 L |
