1998 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1965 Innocenti A40S
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Innocenti A40S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Innocenti A40S 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 1965 Innocenti A40S. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti A40S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 100 kg more than 1965 Innocenti A40S. 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 1965 Innocenti A40S. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti A40S. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti A40S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Sirion | 1965 Innocenti A40S | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Innocenti |
| Model | Sirion | A40S |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2220 mm |
