2009 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1960 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Taunus weights approximately 201 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore.
Because 1960 Ford Taunus 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 1960 Ford Taunus. 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, 1960 Ford Taunus (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Cuore | 1960 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Cuore | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |
