2011 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2012 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Thema (465 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Thema weights approximately 1215 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lancia Thema is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Lancia Thema. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Cuore, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Lancia Thema (630 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Daihatsu Cuore | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Cuore | Thema |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 465 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 72 L |
