1957 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1988 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,860 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air weights approximately 1026 kg more than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air 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 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air (277 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1988 Daihatsu Cuore | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Bel Air | Cuore |
Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3860 cc | 847 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2160 mm |