2002 Fiat Seicento vs. 2004 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,114 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daihatsu Cuore (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daihatsu Cuore weights approximately 65 kg more than 2002 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, 2004 Daihatsu Cuore (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Seicento. 2004 Daihatsu Cuore has automatic transmission and 2002 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 2002 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Daihatsu Cuore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Seicento | 2004 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
| Model | Seicento | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 36 L |
