1999 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1951 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Sirion (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 1951 Fiat 1400 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 1951 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Daihatsu Sirion (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Sirion | 1951 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Sirion | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
