1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fiesta (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 60 kg more than 2010 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, 1990 Ford Fiesta (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Fiesta | 2010 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | Fiesta | Copen |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |
