2001 Fiat Ecobasic vs. 2012 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Ecobasic would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Ecobasic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. (60 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic.
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 Fiat Ecobasic (163 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Ecobasic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion. 2001 Fiat Ecobasic has automatic transmission and 2012 Daihatsu Sirion has manual transmission. 2012 Daihatsu Sirion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Fiat Ecobasic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Fiat Ecobasic | 2012 Daihatsu Sirion | |
Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
Model | Ecobasic | Sirion |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |