2007 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 75 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Rover 75. 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, 1999 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. 1999 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2007 Daihatsu Copen has manual transmission. 2007 Daihatsu Copen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Copen | 1999 Rover 75 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
Model | Copen | 75 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2750 mm |