1999 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1965 Simca 1300
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Simca 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Cuore (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Simca 1300 weights approximately 301 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore.
Because 1965 Simca 1300 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 Simca 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1965 Simca 1300 (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Simca 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Cuore | 1965 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
| Model | Cuore | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
