2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1980 Renault 12
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 12 weights approximately 154 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1980 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Copen | 12 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| 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 | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2450 mm |
