2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1983 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Camry (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Camry weights approximately 330 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.
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, 1983 Toyota Camry (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1983 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Copen | Camry |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
