1960 Austin A 99 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Austin A 99 (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion will offer significantly more control. 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, 1960 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 99 | 2012 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 99 | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
