1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2003 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 350 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (220 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2003 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | GTV | Copen |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2240 mm |
