2001 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1990 Fiat Uno
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Uno 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 28 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 85 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Sirion | 1990 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Sirion | Uno |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
