2003 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1993 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu Copen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 37 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. 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, 2003 Daihatsu Copen (120 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm). This means 2003 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Copen | 1993 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Copen | Charade |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 823 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2350 mm |
