1992 Subaru Leone vs. 2010 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru Leone weights approximately 75 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Copen.
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, 2010 Daihatsu Copen (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Subaru Leone | 2010 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Subaru | Daihatsu |
| Model | Leone | Copen |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2230 mm |
