1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2010 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (51 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 3 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Daihatsu Copen (101 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (90 Nm). This means 2010 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2010 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
| Model | Tipo | Copen |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.2 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.9 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
