2006 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1996 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Zeta (109 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 785 kg more than 2006 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, 1996 Lancia Zeta (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Sirion | 1996 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Sirion | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
