2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,044 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Skoda L weights approximately 25 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Copen | L |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 38 L |
