2003 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia 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 11 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia 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 2000 Mazda Familia. 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, 2003 Daihatsu Copen (120 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm). This means 2003 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Copen | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Copen | Familia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2370 mm |
