2000 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1970 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Corsair (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Corsair weights approximately 190 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 1970 Ford Corsair 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 1970 Ford Corsair. 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, 1970 Ford Corsair (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daihatsu Cuore | 1970 Ford Corsair | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Cuore | Corsair |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2570 mm |