1998 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 12 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Panda (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 250 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, 2010 Fiat Panda (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Cuore | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Cuore | Panda |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| 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 | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 35 L |
