1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2009 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 65 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Charade | 2009 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
Model | Charade | Copen |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2230 mm |