1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 15 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 30 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 (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 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 2011 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Charade | 2011 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
Model | Charade | Copen |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 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 |