1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Daihatsu Copen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 15 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, 2011 Daihatsu Copen (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen C 15 | 2011 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C 15 | Copen |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |
