2002 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1998 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 460 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Venturi Atlantique 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 1998 Venturi Atlantique. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daihatsu Copen | 1998 Venturi Atlantique | |
Make | Daihatsu | Venturi |
Model | Copen | Atlantique |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2510 mm |