2001 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1980 Simca 1309
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Simca 1309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Simca 1309 would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Simca 1309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1980 Simca 1309. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1980 Simca 1309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Simca 1309 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Simca 1309 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Simca 1309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Sirion | 1980 Simca 1309 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
| Model | Sirion | 1309 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
