1997 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2001 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 45 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. 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, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Charade | 2001 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Charade | Copen |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2240 mm |
