1947 Citroen 15 vs. 2001 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Citroen 15 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1947 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1947 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Citroen 15 | 2001 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | 15 | Copen |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2240 mm |
