1982 Audi 100 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1982 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi 100 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Copen.
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, 1982 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 100 | 2011 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | 100 | Copen |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
