2007 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volkswagen Santana weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Copen 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, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Volkswagen Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Copen | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Copen | Santana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
