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Daihatsu Cuore L501 0.8 i (44 Hp)
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Daihatsu Cuore:
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L501 Overview:
Daihatsu Cuore (L501). With 67 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~6.5 l/100km). Weighing only 630 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 15.6 s). The top speed reaches 135 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Daihatsu Cuore L501 was produced before Euro NCAP's inception in 1997, so no official crash test rating is available. As a compact car from the mid-90s, its passive safety features would be basic by modern standards.
0.8 i (44 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
With 44 Hp and a manual gearbox, this variant offers adequate performance for city driving and short trips, providing more driver engagement than the automatic.
Fuel Economy
Excellent fuel efficiency for its class (5.4 l/100 km), making it a very economical choice for daily use and short commutes, benefiting from the manual transmission.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional fuel economy
- • Compact and easy to maneuver in urban areas
- • Reliable and simple mechanics
- • Low running costs
- • Practical for its size
Cons:
- • Very limited power for highway driving
- • Basic safety features (no NCAP rating)
- • Minimal comfort and features
- • Small interior and cargo space
- • Dated design and technology
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(L201: 1990 - 1994).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Daihatsu |
| Model: | Cuore |
| Generation: | L501 |
| Modification (Engine): | 0.8 i (44 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1995 |
| End of production: | 1996 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 44 Hp @ 5600 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 51.9 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 67 Nm @ 3800 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 847 |
| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 66.6 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 81 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 6.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.4 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 15.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 15.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 135 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 14.3 kg/Hp, 69.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.4 kg/Nm, 106.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 14.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 630 |
| Max. weight: | 1040 |
| Max load: | 410 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 186 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 32 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3310 mm [15mm more] |
| Width: | 1395 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1440 mm [30mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2300 mm [20mm more] |
| Front track: | 1220 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1210 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 145/70 R12 S |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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