1998 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1976 Simca 1100
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 944 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Simca 1100 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Simca 1100 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Simca 1100 (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Cuore | 1976 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
| Model | Cuore | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 42 L |
