2007 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1966 Fiat Dino
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,417 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Dino weights approximately 460 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Fiat Dino 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 1966 Fiat Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1966 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Sirion | 1966 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Sirion | Dino |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2417 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
