2002 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1996 Renault Fifties
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Fifties. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Fifties would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Renault Fifties. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Fifties. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 Renault Fifties. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Renault Fifties 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 1996 Renault Fifties. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Fifties. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Fifties.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Sirion | 1996 Renault Fifties | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Sirion | Fifties |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2590 mm |
