1968 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1990 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 380 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GT | 1990 Daihatsu Cuore | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
Model | GT | Cuore |
Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 847 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2160 mm |