2007 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1958 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 2,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Talbot Lago America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Talbot Lago America (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Talbot Lago America should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Talbot Lago America weights approximately 200 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Talbot Lago America 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 1958 Talbot Lago America. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1958 Talbot Lago America (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Talbot Lago America will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Cuore | 1958 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Talbot |
| Model | Cuore | Lago America |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
