1998 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 14 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Fit weights approximately 252 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2012 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Sirion | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Sirion | Fit |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 40 L |
