2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (91 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 196 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, 1988 Renault 19 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Copen | 19 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 38 L |
