2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 15 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Daihatsu Copen (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Copen | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Copen | 15 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
