2001 Proton Tiara vs. 2011 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Proton Tiara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Proton Tiara would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Proton Tiara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 125 kg more than 2001 Proton Tiara. 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, 2011 Daihatsu Copen (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Proton Tiara | 2011 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Proton | Daihatsu |
| Model | Tiara | Copen |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2230 mm |
