2005 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1967 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1967 Wartburg 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Copen.
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, 2005 Daihatsu Copen (102 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Copen | 1967 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Wartburg |
| Model | Copen | 312 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 43 L |
