1980 Audi 200 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 200 (170 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 200 weights approximately 361 kg more than 2011 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, 1980 Audi 200 (265 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 200 | 2011 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | 200 | Copen |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
