2006 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1970 Daihatsu Fellow
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow 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 53 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 335 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. 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, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Sirion | 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Sirion | Fellow |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 59 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 115 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2100 mm |
