2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1998 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Picnic would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Picnic (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 538 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, 1998 Toyota Picnic (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1998 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Copen | Picnic |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |