2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 270 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 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma 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 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma. 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, 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Copen | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| 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 | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2520 mm |
