2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1989 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Prisma (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 150 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, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1989 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Copen | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 51 L |
