2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2009 Daihatsu Copen were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 700 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Alfa Romeo Spider (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
Model | Spider | Copen |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 56.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |