2000 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1954 Ford Popular
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ford Popular is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Cuore (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Popular weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore.
Because 1954 Ford Popular 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 1954 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Daihatsu Cuore (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daihatsu Cuore | 1954 Ford Popular | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Cuore | Popular |
Year Released | 2000 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2300 mm |