2007 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1979 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Cuore (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Beetle. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 75 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen Beetle. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Cuore | 1979 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cuore | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
