2009 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Daihatsu Copen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Daihatsu Copen would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Panda weights approximately 48 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, 2011 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Copen | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Copen | Panda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1242 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 | 101 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
