1959 Fiat 600 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600.
Because 1959 Fiat 600 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 1959 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Daihatsu Sirion (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 600 | 2011 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
| Model | 600 | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
