1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2012 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 182 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Daihatsu Copen (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 2012 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
Model | Tempra | Copen |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 79.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2230 mm |