1986 Audi 80 vs. 2001 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 80 weights approximately 136 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 80 | 2001 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | 80 | Copen |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 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 | 936 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 46 L |
