2009 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1964 Riley 4
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore (69 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1964 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1964 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Riley 4 weights approximately 387 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore.
Because 1964 Riley 4 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 1964 Riley 4. 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, 1964 Riley 4 (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1964 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Cuore | 1964 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Riley |
| Model | Cuore | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| 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 | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 45 L |
