2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1979 Renault 14
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 14 would be higher. At 1,217 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Renault 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault 14 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
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, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 14. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1979 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Copen | 14 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 48 L |
