1999 Fiat Punto vs. 2012 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Punto (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Punto weights approximately 30 kg more than 2012 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 Fiat Punto (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 2012 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
| Model | Punto | Copen |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
