1999 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2010 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 11 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai ix20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai ix20 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai ix20 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 573 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, 2010 Hyundai ix20 (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai ix20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Cuore | 2010 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Cuore | ix20 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2615 mm |
