2005 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol (102 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol weights approximately 213 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.
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, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol (133 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. (102 Nm). This means 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Copen | 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Copen | Civic Del Sol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2380 mm |
