2004 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1959 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daihatsu Cuore (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore.
Because 1959 Fiat 1100 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 1959 Fiat 1100. 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, 2004 Daihatsu Cuore (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Cuore | 1959 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Cuore | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 57 L |
