2003 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2011 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Atos is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Copen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Copen would be higher. At 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Atos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 208 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
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, 2003 Daihatsu Copen (102 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Copen | 2011 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Copen | Atos |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 35 L |
