2003 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 305 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Celica 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 1983 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1983 Toyota Celica (172 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Copen | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Copen | Celica |
Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 172 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2620 mm |