2000 Westfield ZEI vs. 2011 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 Westfield ZEI.
Because 2000 Westfield ZEI is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Copen, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Westfield ZEI | 2011 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Westfield | Daihatsu |
| Model | ZEI | Copen |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2230 mm |
