2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1989 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Leone (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Leone weights approximately 180 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1989 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Copen | Leone |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2470 mm |
