2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Copen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Daihatsu Copen (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Copen | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Wartburg |
| Model | Copen | 312 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |
