1999 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1998 Fiat Marea
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Marea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Marea would be higher. At 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Marea (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Marea weights approximately 560 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, 1998 Fiat Marea (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daihatsu Cuore | 1998 Fiat Marea | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Cuore | Marea |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |