2005 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Saab 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Saab 95 would be higher. At 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Daihatsu Cuore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Cuore (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Saab 95 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Daihatsu Cuore (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Cuore | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Saab |
| Model | Cuore | 95 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 60 L |
