2000 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1974 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Cuore (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Cuore | 1974 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Cuore | 204 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
