1957 Opel Kapitan vs. 2005 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Kapitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Kapitan would be higher. At 2,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Opel Kapitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Opel Kapitan (74 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Opel Kapitan should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Opel Kapitan weights approximately 415 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Opel Kapitan 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 Opel Kapitan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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. 2005 Daihatsu Cuore has automatic transmission and 1957 Opel Kapitan has manual transmission. 1957 Opel Kapitan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Daihatsu Cuore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Opel Kapitan | 2005 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Opel | Daihatsu |
| Model | Kapitan | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2473 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
