2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2007 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
| Model | Punto | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 18.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 36 L |
