2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1997 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Delta (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Delta weights approximately 420 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, 1997 Lancia Delta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1997 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Copen | Delta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2550 mm |
