1999 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1997 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Twingo (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Twingo weights approximately 120 kg more than 1999 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, 1997 Renault Twingo (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Cuore | 1997 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Cuore | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |
