2007 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Copen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Wartburg 311. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Copen 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, 2007 Daihatsu Copen (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Copen | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Wartburg |
Model | Copen | 311 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 43 L |