2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2005 Daihatsu Copen were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 680 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. (102 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2005 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
Model | 156 | Copen |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 56.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |