2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1999 Mazda 121
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,241 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda 121 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda 121 weights approximately 191 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, 1999 Mazda 121 (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1999 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Copen | 121 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| 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 | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2460 mm |
