2001 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1982 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 100 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Beta weights approximately 166 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, 1982 Lancia Beta (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Sirion | 1982 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Sirion | Beta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 59 L |
