2001 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1984 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Delta (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Delta weights approximately 160 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Lancia Delta (192 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Sirion | 1984 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Sirion | Delta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 59 L |
