2011 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2010 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Corsa weights approximately 325 kg more than 2011 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, 2010 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Daihatsu Copen | 2010 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Copen | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 12 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 | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
