Ok so i think daihatsu makes some cute looking cars but i know almost nothing about mechanics....so how does this engine look?

The JB-DET engine, designed exclusively for the Copen, generates sufficient torque from the low rev range. The driver feels the torque increase linearly from startup and the engine responds directly to pressure on the throttle pedal.

(1) Dual flow turbo
Two pipes are used to funnel the exhaust gas into the turbine, improving the boost efficiency in the low rev range, and delivering a powerful and high-torque run from the low to high rev ranges.
(2) Small diameter turbo
Small-diameter impellers are used for the turbine. By optimizing their size, a direct acceleration response is realized.
(3) Abradable seal structure
The compressor housing incorporates a resin material which minimizes the clearance between the compressing wheel and the case to further raise turbo-charging efficiency. Powerful torque from the low rev range drives the car with indefatigable acceleration.


note the awkward japanese to english translation

 

I think the translation of the turbo (#1) may be a bit off.

 

hahaha, silly japanese... i only know about cars what tenky has tried to explain to me, i just know i like this car but have no idea how it would perform. Is this just a slow everyday car?

 

number one sounds like it's using a twin scroll design to propell air over the turbine with more force causing faster spool up.

 

That makes sense, Tenky. The literal translation sounds like a back pressure nightmare.

 

The Copen's specs:

Front engine, rear drive, 660 cc I-4 Turbocharged, 64 HP, 81 lb-ft torque, 8500 RPM redline. 0-62 mph in ~9 seconds. Sells for about $23,000 in england.

 

ok thanks guys!

 

i love engrish!

Main Features
(1) A unique styling that pursues the pleasure of ownership
(2) An easy-to-operate active top (electrically operated folding roof)
(3) High performance that's a joy to handle
(4) Fully equipped to allow wide-ranging utility as a bread-and-butter car
(5) Hand-assembled at Daihatsu's Expert Center by a select group of craftsmen
(6) Safety features that support comfortable driving

active top huh?

 

am i reading that right 660cc? tyhat's less than a litre. engines shouldn't be that small!

 

Yes, 660cc. I found one site that listed it as 3 Liters, but a 3 Liter turbo engine would hopefully have more than 64 HP.

The car is exceedingly small, similar in size to a Get Metro.