1986 Citroen Mehari vs. 2007 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Copen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 295 kg more than 1986 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Copen will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Daihatsu Copen (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Mehari | 2007 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | Mehari | Copen |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |