2006 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1967 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 57 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Rekord weights approximately 290 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Cuore.
Because 1967 Opel Rekord 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 1967 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1967 Opel Rekord (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Cuore | 1967 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Cuore | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| 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 | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 60 L |
