1990 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 847 cc (3 cylinders), 1990 Daihatsu Cuore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Daihatsu Cuore (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Trabant P 601 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Daihatsu Cuore (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Cuore | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Trabant |
| Model | Cuore | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2030 mm |
