2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1992 Hyundai Scoupe
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Hyundai Scoupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Hyundai Scoupe would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Hyundai Scoupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Hyundai Scoupe (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Hyundai Scoupe should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Hyundai Scoupe weights approximately 176 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, 1992 Hyundai Scoupe (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Hyundai Scoupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1992 Hyundai Scoupe | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Copen | Scoupe |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 976 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
