2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1992 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 659 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daihatsu Copen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Vivio. (42 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 70 kg more than 1992 Subaru Vivio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru Vivio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Vivio will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Vivio. (53 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1992 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Copen | Vivio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 32 L |
