1986 Austin Montego 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 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Austin Montego 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, 1986 Austin Montego (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Austin Montego | 2011 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | Montego | Copen |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2230 mm |