2000 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1961 Fiat 1500
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 1500 (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 15 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 1961 Fiat 1500. 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 Daihatsu Sirion (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1500. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Sirion | 1961 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Sirion | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 37 L |
