2003 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 172 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion.
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2003 Daihatsu Sirion | 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
Model | Sirion | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2260 mm |