2009 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1993 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Seat Toledo (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Seat Toledo weights approximately 125 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, 1993 Seat Toledo (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Copen | 1993 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Copen | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| 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 | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
