1992 Austin Montego vs. 2002 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Austin Montego (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Austin Montego weights approximately 320 kg more than 2002 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, 1992 Austin Montego (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Austin Montego | 2002 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Montego | Copen |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 40 L |
