1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2001 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 340 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2001 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 145 | Copen |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2240 mm |
