1978 Nissan Violet vs. 2010 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Violet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 29 kg more than 1978 Nissan Violet.
Because 1978 Nissan Violet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Copen, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Nissan Violet (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Nissan Violet | 2010 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Nissan | Daihatsu |
Model | Violet | Copen |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |