1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1986 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 1986 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. Both 1959 Abarth 850 and 1986 Daihatsu Cuore are equipped with a 847 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 850 (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 850 should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Daihatsu Cuore weights approximately 30 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850.
Because 1959 Abarth 850 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 1959 Abarth 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1959 Abarth 850 (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 1986 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
| Model | 850 | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2160 mm |
