2004 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 15 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Renault 15 (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Cuore | 1975 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Cuore | 15 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |
