1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1988 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 847 cc (3 cylinders), 1988 Daihatsu Cuore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alpine A 106 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alpine A 106 should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Daihatsu Cuore weights approximately 45 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Because 1959 Alpine A 106 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 Alpine A 106. 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, 1988 Daihatsu Cuore (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1988 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 1988 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Alpine | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 106 | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2160 mm |
