2003 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1994 Mazda 121
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 121 (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 30 kg more than 1994 Mazda 121.
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, 1994 Mazda 121 (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (102 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Copen | 1994 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Copen | 121 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 43 L |
