1954 Rover P4 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 58 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Cuore (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 615 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore.
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, 2012 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 (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 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 2012 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Rover P4 | 2012 Daihatsu Cuore | |
Make | Rover | Daihatsu |
Model | P4 | Cuore |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |