1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2007 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2007 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Giulia | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 40 L |
