1999 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 511 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, 2004 Skoda Fabia (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Cuore | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Cuore | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
