2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1994 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1994 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Copen | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2450 mm |
