2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2004 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2004 Opel Corsa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daihatsu Copen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daihatsu Copen would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Corsa weights approximately 106 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
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, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 2004 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Copen | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2500 mm |
