1972 Ford Capri vs. 2010 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,305 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Cuore (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1972 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Capri weights approximately 210 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Cuore.
Because 1972 Ford Capri 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 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Daihatsu Cuore (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Capri | 2010 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | Capri | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1305 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2500 mm |
