2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1975 Audi Fox
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi Fox would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi Fox (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi Fox should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Audi Fox weights approximately 220 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Audi Fox 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 1975 Audi Fox. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1975 Audi Fox (163 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm). This means 1975 Audi Fox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1975 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
| Model | Copen | Fox |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2550 mm |
