1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 991 cc (3 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 115 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. 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, 2012 Daihatsu Copen (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Daihatsu Charade | 2012 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
Model | Charade | Copen |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 991 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 50 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 56.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |