1972 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1998 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider (121 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. (65 Nm). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1998 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Spider | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2290 mm |
