1988 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 535 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. 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, 1988 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2009 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | CX | Copen |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2230 mm |
