1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2012 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2012 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Opel | Daihatsu |
| Model | Ascona | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
