2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Trabant P 601 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 36 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 185 kg more than 1968 Trabant P 601. 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, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Trabant |
| Model | Copen | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 24 L |
