1986 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 1986 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Daihatsu Cuore (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Minor weights approximately 225 kg more than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore.
Because 1959 Morris Minor 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 1959 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Daihatsu Cuore (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Cuore | 1959 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
| Model | Cuore | Minor |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2190 mm |
