2004 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1970 Simca 1301
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daihatsu Cuore (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Simca 1301 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Cuore | 1970 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
| Model | Cuore | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |
