2000 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1955 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Morgan Plus 4 (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 73 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Morgan Plus 4 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 1955 Morgan Plus 4. 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, 1955 Morgan Plus 4 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daihatsu Cuore | 1955 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Morgan |
Model | Cuore | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |