2007 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1983 Innocenti 990
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Copen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1983 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1983 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 136 kg more than 1983 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Innocenti 990. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Copen will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Daihatsu Copen (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Copen | 1983 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Innocenti |
| Model | Copen | 990 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2050 mm |
