1978 Audi 100 vs. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (101 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Audi 100 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 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, 1978 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion has automatic transmission and 1978 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1978 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | 100 | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
