2004 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 8 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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indigo weights approximately 290 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, 2012 Tata Indigo (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Copen | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Tata |
| Model | Copen | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 42 L |
