2009 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Seat 124 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Seat 124 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Seat 124 (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Cuore | 1978 Seat 124 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
Model | Cuore | 124 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |