2000 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1959 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 996 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Prefect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Cuore (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Prefect weights approximately 105 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore.
Because 1959 Ford Prefect 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 1959 Ford Prefect. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daihatsu Cuore | 1959 Ford Prefect | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Cuore | Prefect |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2220 mm |