1975 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1998 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 230 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 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior 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 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1998 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Junior | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2290 mm |
