2007 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1996 Fiat Scudo
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Scudo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Scudo would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Scudo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Scudo weights approximately 185 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Scudo. 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, 1996 Fiat Scudo (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Scudo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Copen | 1996 Fiat Scudo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Copen | Scudo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
