2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1973 Renault 15
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Renault 15 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1973 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Copen | 15 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
