1996 Citroen ZX vs. 2008 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen ZX would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen ZX weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Copen will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Daihatsu Copen (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 2008 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | ZX | Copen |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1250 mm |
