2001 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 15 kg more than 1978 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Sirion | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Sirion | L |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 38 L |
