2009 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1999 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. Both 2009 Daihatsu Copen and 1999 Daihatsu Sirion are equipped with a 1,298 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion.
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 (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Copen | 1999 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Copen | Sirion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2350 mm |
