2006 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1968 Honda S600
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S600 would be higher. At 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Daihatsu Cuore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Cuore. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Daihatsu Cuore weights approximately 75 kg more than 1968 Honda S600.
Because 1968 Honda S600 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 1968 Honda S600. 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, 2006 Daihatsu Cuore (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Cuore | 1968 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Cuore | S600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 35 L |
