2004 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daihatsu Copen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daihatsu Copen would be higher. At 1,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indica (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indica weights approximately 195 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Copen | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Tata |
| Model | Copen | Indica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 37 L |
