2004 Fiat Seicento vs. 2012 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Seicento.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Seicento | 2012 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
| Model | Seicento | Sirion |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
