2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1996 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Ypsilon would be higher. At 1,241 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 60 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1996 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Copen | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1241 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 47 L |
