2009 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1960 Saab 93
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Saab 93 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 36 more horse power than 1960 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1960 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Saab 93 weights approximately 45 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Cuore | 1960 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Saab |
| Model | Cuore | 93 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 54 L |
