2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1969 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Steyr Haflinger 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 35 more horse power than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 150 kg more than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Steyr Haflinger 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, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1969 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Steyr |
| Model | Copen | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 1510 mm |
