1998 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1974 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Innocenti Mini (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Cuore weights approximately 70 kg more than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
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, 1974 Innocenti Mini (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Cuore | 1974 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Innocenti |
| Model | Cuore | Mini |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2050 mm |
