2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1992 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 205 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 1992 Peugeot 205 (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1992 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Sirion | 205 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
