2000 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1960 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 496 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 1960 Ford Zodiac 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 1960 Ford Zodiac. 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, 1960 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daihatsu Cuore | 1960 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Cuore | Zodiac |
Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1191 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |