2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1982 Fiat Abarth
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Abarth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Abarth would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Abarth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Abarth (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Abarth should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat Abarth weights approximately 340 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 1982 Fiat Abarth 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 1982 Fiat Abarth. 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, 1982 Fiat Abarth (215 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Abarth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1982 Fiat Abarth | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Copen | Abarth |
Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2450 mm |