2003 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Copen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Copen would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (420 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Camaro 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 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (102 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Copen | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Chevrolet |
| Model | Copen | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 72 L |
