2001 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1959 Fiat 600
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 90 kg more than 1959 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Sirion | 1959 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Sirion | 600 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 38 L |
