2006 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1983 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,334 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Honda Civic (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Cuore. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Daihatsu Cuore weights approximately 15 kg more than 1983 Honda Civic.
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, 1983 Honda Civic (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Cuore | 1983 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Cuore | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1334 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 40 L |
