2006 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1996 Mazda 121
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 121 weights approximately 174 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, 1996 Mazda 121 (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Sirion | 1996 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Sirion | 121 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
