2003 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1964 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1964 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Opel Rekord weights approximately 120 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 1964 Opel Rekord 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 1964 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1964 Opel Rekord (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (102 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1964 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Copen | 1964 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Copen | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2650 mm |
