2009 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1990 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 239 kg more than 1990 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, 2009 Daihatsu Copen (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Copen | 1990 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Copen | Micra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 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 | 101 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2310 mm |
