2003 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1989 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 185 kg more than 1989 Nissan Micra. 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, 2003 Daihatsu Copen (102 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Copen | 1989 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Copen | Micra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2310 mm |
