2009 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1970 Fiat 124
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 124 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore.
Because 1970 Fiat 124 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 1970 Fiat 124. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Cuore | 1970 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Cuore | 124 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 38 L |
