2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 15 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 27 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 15 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Daihatsu Copen (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 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 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Copen | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Copen | 15 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
