2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1982 Mazda 323
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,071 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mazda 323 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1982 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Copen | 323 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2370 mm |
