2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 405 (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 370 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Peugeot 405 (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Copen | 405 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2710 mm |
