2004 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 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 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100.
Because 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 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 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. 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, 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Daihatsu Cuore | 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Morgan |
Model | Cuore | 4 Plus 2100 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
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 |
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 |