2010 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2011 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Daihatsu Copen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Daihatsu Copen would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Daihatsu Copen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 55 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Daihatsu Copen (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Daihatsu Copen | 2011 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Copen | Copen |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
