2009 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1954 DKW Coupe
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Cuore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Coupe weights approximately 114 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Cuore | 1954 DKW Coupe | |
| Make | Daihatsu | DKW |
| Model | Cuore | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 879 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |
