1988 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 847 cc (3 cylinders), 1988 Daihatsu Cuore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Alto (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Alto weights approximately 40 kg more than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Alto is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Alto will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Daihatsu Cuore (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (56 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Cuore | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Cuore | Alto |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2340 mm |
