2008 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1985 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lancia Delta weights approximately 140 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Lancia Delta (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Cuore | 1985 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Cuore | Delta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2480 mm |
