2009 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volkswagen Santana weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 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 Daihatsu Copen (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (100 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Copen | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Copen | Santana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
