2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2000 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, both 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2000 Daihatsu Sirion were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (120 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2000 Daihatsu Sirion | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
Model | 156 | Sirion |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 71.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 37 L |