2001 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1967 Fiat 125
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat 125 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 1967 Fiat 125 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 1967 Fiat 125. 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, 1967 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. 2001 Daihatsu Sirion has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat 125 has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Daihatsu Sirion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Daihatsu Sirion | 1967 Fiat 125 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Sirion | 125 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |