2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1994 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fiesta. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 21 kg more 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, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Fiesta. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1994 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Sirion | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 963 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |
