2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2000 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 270 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, 2000 Skoda Fabia (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. 2000 Skoda Fabia has automatic transmission and 2001 Daihatsu Copen has manual transmission. 2001 Daihatsu Copen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Skoda Fabia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 2000 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Copen | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
