1998 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 382 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Cuore | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Cuore | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 45 L |
