2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8 would be higher. At 659 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daihatsu Copen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
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, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | DKW |
| Model | Copen | Reichklasse F8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1941 |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2620 mm |
