1991 Audi 80 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 80 (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2011 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, 1991 Audi 80 (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 2011 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | 80 | Copen |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2230 mm |
