1974 Honda 145 vs. 2006 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda 145 would be higher. At 1,433 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Honda 145 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Cuore. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Honda 145 weights approximately 124 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1974 Honda 145 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Cuore. 2006 Daihatsu Cuore has automatic transmission and 1974 Honda 145 has manual transmission. 1974 Honda 145 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Daihatsu Cuore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 145 | 2006 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Honda | Daihatsu |
| Model | 145 | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2380 mm |
