2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Copen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 50 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Daihatsu Copen (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Copen | 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Copen | Charmant |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2340 mm |
