1999 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2002 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2002 Mazda Laputa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Sirion (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 100 kg more than 2002 Mazda Laputa. 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, 1999 Daihatsu Sirion (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Sirion | 2002 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Sirion | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |
