2009 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Celica weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 1977 Toyota Celica 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 1977 Toyota Celica. 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, 1977 Toyota Celica (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Copen | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Copen | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
