2005 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fiesta (75 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 15 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1989 Ford Fiesta (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. (102 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Copen | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Copen | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2540 mm |
