1986 Peugeot 309 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 309. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 35 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Peugeot 309 (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot 309 | 2012 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Peugeot | Daihatsu |
| Model | 309 | Copen |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2230 mm |
