2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1992 Lancia Hyena
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lancia Hyena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lancia Hyena would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lancia Hyena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lancia Hyena (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Hyena should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lancia Hyena weights approximately 348 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 1992 Lancia Hyena is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Hyena will offer significantly more control. 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 Lancia Hyena (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Lancia Hyena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1992 Lancia Hyena | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Copen | Hyena |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1148 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2480 mm |
