2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1999 Fiat Brava
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Brava weights approximately 98 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1999 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Sirion | Brava |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 63 L |
