2004 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1994 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Concerto weights approximately 185 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. 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, 1994 Honda Concerto (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Copen | 1994 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Copen | Concerto |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2560 mm |
