2002 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1986 Holden Barina
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 100 kg more than 1986 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, 2002 Daihatsu Copen (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Copen | 1986 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Copen | Barina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2250 mm |
