1987 Fiat Regata vs. 2012 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Fiat Regata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Fiat Regata would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 15 kg more than 1987 Fiat Regata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Fiat Regata (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat Regata | 2012 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
| Model | Regata | Copen |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |
