1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1986 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 1986 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,278 cc, 1967 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Abarth 1300 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Abarth 1300 (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1986 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
| Model | 1300 | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 847 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2160 mm |
