1986 Audi 100 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 100 weights approximately 230 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, 1986 Audi 100 (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 2011 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | 100 | Copen |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
