1958 Lancia Appia vs. 2006 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Cuore (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Appia weights approximately 64 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Cuore.
Because 1958 Lancia Appia 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 1958 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Daihatsu Cuore (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia. 2006 Daihatsu Cuore has automatic transmission and 1958 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1958 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Daihatsu Cuore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Appia | 2006 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Lancia | Daihatsu |
| Model | Appia | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
