1965 Ford Corsair vs. 2012 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Corsair (97 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Corsair weights approximately 266 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Ford Corsair 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 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Ford Corsair (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 2012 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | Corsair | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 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 | 1031 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 36 L |
