2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1990 Fiat Uno
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Uno (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Uno weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. 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, 1990 Fiat Uno (131 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Copen | 1990 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Copen | Uno |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2370 mm |
