1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2012 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 33 | Copen |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |
