1965 Abarth 700 vs. 1987 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 847 cc (3 cylinders), 1987 Daihatsu Cuore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Daihatsu Cuore weights approximately 30 kg more than 1965 Abarth 700.
Because 1965 Abarth 700 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 1965 Abarth 700. 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, 1965 Abarth 700 (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Abarth 700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth 700 | 1987 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
| Model | 700 | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2160 mm |
