2009 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1958 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Appia weights approximately 99 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore.
Because 1958 Lancia Appia 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 1958 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Cuore | 1958 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
Model | Cuore | Appia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |