2009 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Simca 1501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1501 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Simca 1501 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Simca 1501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Cuore | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
| Model | Cuore | 1501 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
