2004 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1953 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Morgan Plus 4 (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daihatsu Cuore weights approximately 38 kg more than 1953 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1953 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 1953 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1953 Morgan Plus 4 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Daihatsu Cuore | 1953 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Morgan |
Model | Cuore | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1953 |
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 | 55 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |