2009 Tata Indica vs. 2011 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Tata Indica would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 155 kg more than 2011 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 Daihatsu Copen (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 2011 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Tata | Daihatsu |
| Model | Indica | Copen |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 40 L |
