1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2007 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 310 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2007 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
| Model | 1300 | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2440 mm |
