2001 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1985 Fiat Regata
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Regata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Regata would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Regata weights approximately 50 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, 1985 Fiat Regata (103 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Sirion | 1985 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Sirion | Regata |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 38 L |
