2008 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2008 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2008 Daihatsu Cuore were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. (88 Nm @ 600 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. 2008 Daihatsu Cuore has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Daihatsu Cuore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2008 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 147 | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 987 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
