2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500.
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 (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Sirion | 500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
