1972 Austin Maxi vs. 2012 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Cuore (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin Maxi weights approximately 215 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Austin Maxi (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Maxi | 2012 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Maxi | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.3 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 36 L |
