2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 69 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Panda weights approximately 96 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore.
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, 2003 Fiat Panda (144 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 2011 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
| Model | Panda | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 861 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 36 L |
