2008 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1950 Morris Minor
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Minor would be higher. At 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Cuore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Cuore (69 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1950 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Cuore weights approximately 5 kg more than 1950 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Morris Minor 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 1950 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Daihatsu Cuore (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Cuore | 1950 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
| Model | Cuore | Minor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2190 mm |
