1987 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Subaru Leone (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Subaru Leone weights approximately 225 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.
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, 1975 Subaru Leone (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Cuore | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Cuore | Leone |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2450 mm |
