1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2004 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen Visa weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 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, 1986 Citroen Visa (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 2004 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | Visa | Copen |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 56.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |