2008 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1968 Simca 1100
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Cuore (69 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Simca 1100 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 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, 1968 Simca 1100 (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Cuore | 1968 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
| Model | Cuore | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |
