1989 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Rover P4 (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Rover P4 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 1954 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1954 Rover P4 (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Cuore | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
| Model | Cuore | P4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2830 mm |
