2008 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 600 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. (88 Nm @ 600 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Cuore | 2009 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Cuore | GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1970 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 63 L |
