2007 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Copen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna. 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, 2007 Daihatsu Copen (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Copen | 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Copen | Arna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2430 mm |
