2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Daihatsu Copen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Daihatsu Copen would be higher. At 1,240 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 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, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Copen | 2009 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Copen | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1240 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 16.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |
