2006 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1986 Fiat Regata
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Regata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Regata would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Regata weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Sirion | 1986 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Sirion | Regata |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
