2002 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1992 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 20 kg more than 1992 Fiat Vivace.
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, 2002 Daihatsu Copen (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Copen | 1992 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Copen | Vivace |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2230 mm |
