2007 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Senator would be higher. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 485 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Opel Senator. 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, 1978 Opel Senator (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Copen | 1978 Opel Senator | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Copen | Senator |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2690 mm |