2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1979 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Violet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 15 kg more than 1979 Nissan Violet.
Because 1979 Nissan Violet 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 1979 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1979 Nissan Violet (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1979 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Sirion | Violet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
