1999 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2007 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Panda. 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, 2007 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Sirion | 2007 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Sirion | Panda |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 35 L |
