2007 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1976 Peugeot 104
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 104 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Peugeot 104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Cuore (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 104. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Peugeot 104 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore.
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, 2007 Daihatsu Cuore (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot 104. (85 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Cuore | 1976 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Cuore | 104 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 138 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2430 mm |
