1963 Opel Rekord vs. 2011 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Opel Rekord weights approximately 65 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 1963 Opel Rekord is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Copen, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 Opel Rekord (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Opel Rekord | 2011 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Opel | Daihatsu |
Model | Rekord | Copen |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 56.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2230 mm |