1954 Rover P4 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Rover P4 (80 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 719 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Rover P4 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 1954 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Cuore, 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, 1954 Rover P4 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Rover P4 | 2011 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Rover | Daihatsu |
| Model | P4 | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 36 L |
