2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Ibiza (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 269 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 Seat Ibiza (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Copen | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 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 | 1069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
