2005 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1994 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 240 kg more than 2005 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Cuore | 1994 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Cuore | Punto |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 46 L |
