1973 Ford Cortina vs. 2010 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Cuore (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Cortina weights approximately 180 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Cuore.
Because 1973 Ford Cortina 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 1973 Ford Cortina. 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 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Cortina | 2010 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | Cortina | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 36 L |
