2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 11 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 60 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Copen | Panda |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 35 L |
