2009 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Copen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lancia Beta weights approximately 190 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Copen.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Copen | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Copen | Beta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 51 L |
