1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2001 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Naked. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Naked would be higher. Both 1999 Daihatsu Naked and 2001 Daihatsu Copen are equipped with a 659 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Naked is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked will offer significantly more control. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 2001 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Naked | Copen |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 46 L |
