1988 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Seat 124 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Seat 124 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1988 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, 1977 Seat 124 (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Cuore | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Cuore | 124 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2430 mm |
