1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 1987 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Coupe would be higher. At 847 cc (3 cylinders), 1987 Daihatsu Cuore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth Coupe (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth Coupe should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Daihatsu Cuore weights approximately 10 kg more than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
Because 1960 Abarth Coupe 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 1960 Abarth Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Daihatsu Cuore (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Coupe | 1987 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
| Model | Coupe | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 784 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2160 mm |
