2005 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1999 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Opel Astra. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Astra weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Copen.
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, 1999 Opel Astra (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. (102 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Copen | 1999 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Copen | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 44 L |
