1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2005 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 392 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. (102 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 2005 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Beretta | Copen |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
