1981 Alpine A 310 vs. 2008 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alpine A 310 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 130 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.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1981 Alpine A 310 (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alpine A 310 | 2008 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Alpine | Daihatsu |
Model | A 310 | Copen |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |