1999 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1989 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,114 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (57 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 75 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Fiat Uno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Daihatsu Sirion (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Sirion | 1989 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Sirion | Uno |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1114 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |
