2002 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1964 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1964 Wartburg 311 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Copen.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Daihatsu Copen (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Copen | 1964 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Wartburg |
| Model | Copen | 311 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 43 L |
