1998 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2005 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion (60 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion (88 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm). This means 1998 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Sirion | 2005 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Sirion | Seicento |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2430 mm |
