2001 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1977 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Subaru Leone weights approximately 130 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 1977 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Subaru Leone 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, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Leone. 2001 Daihatsu Sirion has automatic transmission and 1977 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1977 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Daihatsu Sirion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Daihatsu Sirion | 1977 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
Model | Sirion | Leone |
Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |