2004 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Sirion. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Sirion. 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Sirion | 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Sirion | 147 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
