2006 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1967 Fiat 600
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat 600 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 1967 Fiat 600 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 1967 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Sirion | 1967 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Sirion | 600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 38 L |
