1980 Audi Sport vs. 2003 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Sport weights approximately 148 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2003 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | Sport | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2350 mm |
