1959 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Cuore (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Escort weights approximately 52 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore.
Because 1959 Ford Escort 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 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Daihatsu Cuore (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2011 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Escort | 2011 Daihatsu Cuore | |
Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
Model | Escort | Cuore |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 36 L |