1998 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1965 Honda S600
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Honda S600 would be higher. At 845 cc (3 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Cuore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Honda S600 (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Cuore weights approximately 95 kg more than 1965 Honda S600.
Because 1965 Honda S600 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 1965 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Daihatsu Cuore (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Cuore | 1965 Honda S600 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Cuore | S600 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 35 L |