1998 Toyota Starlet vs. 2010 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Starlet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Starlet.
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, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Starlet | 2010 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Toyota | Daihatsu |
| Model | Starlet | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
