2004 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1963 Morris Minor
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daihatsu Cuore (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1963 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Morris Minor weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore.
Because 1963 Morris Minor 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 1963 Morris Minor. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Cuore | 1963 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
| Model | Cuore | Minor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 52 L |
