2009 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1963 Seat 1400
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Seat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1963 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Seat 1400 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore.
Because 1963 Seat 1400 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 1963 Seat 1400. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Cuore | 1963 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Cuore | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
