1956 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2010 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 1956 Volkswagen Beetle 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 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion, 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, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. (88 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Volkswagen Beetle | 2010 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Beetle | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1192 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
