2002 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1962 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 130 kg more than 1962 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Opel Kadett 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 1962 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Daihatsu Copen (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Copen | 1962 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Copen | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2330 mm |
