1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 95 kg more than 1983 Citroen Visa. 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, 1983 Citroen Visa (107 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. (102 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 2005 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | Visa | Copen |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |