2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano 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 659 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daihatsu Copen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 200 kg more than 2012 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Tata Nano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Tata Nano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 2012 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Tata |
| Model | Copen | Nano |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 37 L |
