2006 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1968 Saab 99
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Saab 99 would be higher. At 1,709 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1968 Saab 99. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1968 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Saab 99 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2006 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, 1968 Saab 99 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Sirion | 1968 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Saab |
| Model | Sirion | 99 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 54 L |
