2007 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1970 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Steyr Haflinger 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 59 more horse power than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 200 kg more than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Daihatsu Copen (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Copen | 1970 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Steyr |
| Model | Copen | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 1510 mm |
