2000 Fiat Seicento vs. 2012 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,114 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Cuore (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daihatsu Cuore weights approximately 30 kg more than 2000 Fiat Seicento. 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, 2012 Daihatsu Cuore (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Seicento | 2012 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
| Model | Seicento | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 36 L |
