2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1980 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1980 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 15 kg more than 1980 Honda Civic. 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, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1980 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Copen | Civic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 82 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 | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |
