1987 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Cuore | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Cuore | 130 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2730 mm |
