2003 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1988 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Sirion (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Subaru Leone weights approximately 128 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Daihatsu Sirion (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Sirion | 1988 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Sirion | Leone |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
