2005 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1969 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daihatsu Cuore weights approximately 140 kg more than 1969 Morgan 4.
Because 1969 Morgan 4 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 1969 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1969 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Cuore | 1969 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morgan |
| Model | Cuore | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
