1977 Audi 100 vs. 2001 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Audi 100 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Audi 100 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Audi 100 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 2001 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | 100 | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 37 L |
