2007 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2009 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Daihatsu Copen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Daihatsu Copen 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 18 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat 500 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Daihatsu Copen (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Copen | 2009 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Copen | 500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |