2004 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 100 kg more than 2004 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 Fiat Palio (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Daihatsu Copen | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Copen | Palio |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1251 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
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 | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 47 L |