2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 9 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper weights approximately 425 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, 2010 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daihatsu Copen | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mini |
Model | Copen | Cooper |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3713 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |