2002 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1978 Lada 1600
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1600 would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lada 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion (102 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1600. (78 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lada 1600 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 1978 Lada 1600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Lada 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Lada 1600 (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Lada 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daihatsu Sirion | 1978 Lada 1600 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lada |
Model | Sirion | 1600 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2430 mm |