1980 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Daihatsu Cuore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Cuore (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Daihatsu Cuore weights approximately 78 kg more than 1980 Citroen Visa. 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, 2006 Daihatsu Cuore (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Visa. 2006 Daihatsu Cuore has automatic transmission and 1980 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1980 Citroen Visa 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:
| 1980 Citroen Visa | 2006 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Visa | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 36 L |
