2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1979 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Vauxhall Astra (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 50 kg more than 1979 Vauxhall Astra.
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, 1979 Vauxhall Astra (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. 1979 Vauxhall Astra has automatic transmission and 2008 Daihatsu Copen has manual transmission. 2008 Daihatsu Copen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Vauxhall Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Copen | 1979 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
| Model | Copen | Astra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |
