1971 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1998 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 180 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo GT | 1998 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | GT | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 32 L |
