2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Alpine (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Alpine weights approximately 410 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 1990 Renault Alpine 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 1990 Renault Alpine. 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, 1990 Renault Alpine (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Copen | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 72 L |
