2006 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1987 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 205 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 33 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 205. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 25 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, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 205. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Sirion | 1987 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Sirion | 205 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
