1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2008 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Copen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 60 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Copen will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Daihatsu Copen (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2008 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Charmant | Copen |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2230 mm |
