2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1965 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Mexico (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 470 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Maserati Mexico. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will offer significantly more control. 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, 1965 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1965 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1965 Maserati Mexico | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Maserati |
| Model | Sirion | Mexico |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
