2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt 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 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 700 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 2012 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Copen | Colt |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 75.4 mm |
| 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 | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 47 L |
