2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1990 Holden Barina
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,322 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 70 kg more than 1990 Holden Barina.
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, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1990 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Copen | Barina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2250 mm |
