1986 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1977 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1986 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 957 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Daihatsu Cuore (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 115 kg more than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore.
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, 1986 Daihatsu Cuore (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1986 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Cuore | 1977 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Cuore | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2300 mm |
