2005 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1996 Fiat Marea
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Marea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Marea would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Sirion (88 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion.
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, 2005 Daihatsu Sirion (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Sirion | 1996 Fiat Marea | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Sirion | Marea |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 64.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 63 L |
