2009 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,078 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 125 kg more than 1968 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Opel Olympia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Copen, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Daihatsu Copen (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Copen | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Copen | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
