1999 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2009 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 187 kg more than 2009 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, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Prizm | 2009 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Prizm | Copen |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2230 mm |
