1991 Citroen BX vs. 2009 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen BX (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 5 kg more than 1991 Citroen BX.
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 Citroen BX (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Citroen BX | 2009 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | BX | Copen |
Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 56.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |