2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mahindra CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mahindra CL would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 62 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 502 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 1999 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mahindra CL will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mahindra |
| Model | Copen | CL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2040 mm |
