2007 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1999 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 125 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Sirion | 1999 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Sirion | Palio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 51 L |
