1998 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1958 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 36 kg more than 1958 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion 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, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Sirion | 1958 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Sirion | Appia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
