1995 Honda Argento Viva vs. 2010 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Argento Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Argento Viva would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Honda Argento Viva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Sirion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Argento Viva should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 1995 Honda Argento Viva 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 1995 Honda Argento Viva. 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, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (237 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Argento Viva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Argento Viva | 2010 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Honda | Daihatsu |
| Model | Argento Viva | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
